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Vol. XIII, No. 33

Pepco faulted on outreach in Dupont

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■ Infrastructure: Utility will

brief ANC tonight on outage By BRADY HOLT Current Staff Writer

Officials from Pepco and the D.C. government will attend tonight’s Dupont Circle advisory neighborhood commission meeting for a public discussion of last week’s all-day power outage.

The outage knocked out power for about 6,100 customers in the heart of the neighborhood, shuttering hotels, other businesses and government buildings, and leaving residents in cold, dark homes as night fell. A number of residents, as well as Ward 2 D.C. Council member Jack Evans, have had harsh words for Pepco’s response to the incident, particularly focused on its communication. According to Pepco spokesper-

son Courtney Nogas, the outage lasted from just before 7 a.m. last Tuesday until about 11 p.m. for about 6,000 customers, but power remained off for others until as late as 11:30 p.m. Wednesday. “We completely understand our customers’ frustration and appreciate their patience,” Nogas wrote in an email to The Current. “Minutes after the fault occurred early Tuesday morning, we had crews on site See Utility/Page 7

City closes two nightclubs after violence By GEORGE ALTSHULER Current Correspondent

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Seaton Elementary second-grade teacher Michelle Johnson got a huge surprise at an assembly Thursday when she learned she had won a $25,000 Milken award. See story, page 3.

The District has shuttered two Pennsylvania Avenue establishments — McFadden’s and The New Zanzibar Night Club — saying they would pose an “an imminent danger” to public safety, after separate incidents on Dec. 27 and Jan. 3 in which a total of six people were stabbed. Shortly after midnight on Dec. 27, two men in their mid-20s reportedly stabbed five people in McFadden’s, a bar and nightclub at 2401 Pennsylvania Ave. None of the victims were cooperative with police in a subsequent investigation, according to a report by the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board. No arrests have been made. The police closed McFadden’s, and the alcohol board suspended the nightclub’s alcohol license on Dec. 30. An alcohol board report stated that security staff acted improperly and that the club had broken a previous agreement by not hiring off-duty police officers to proSee Licenses/Page 19

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Mcfadden’s is one of two Pennsylvania Avenue establishments recently ordered closed over violent incidents.

3-D scanner sets sights on Lincoln’s Cottage

District plans May start for two-year Key Bridge rehab

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■ Transportation: City says

By DEIRDRE BANNON

At President Lincoln’s Cottage on the grounds of the Old Soldiers’ Home, a research team is using modern technology to better understand the national historic site’s past and help preserve the building for the future. Researchers from Ithaca College in New York are using a 3-D laser scanner this week to record all aspects of the 1840s Gothic Revival cottage’s exterior and interior, 150 years after President Abraham Lincoln last visited, including a replica of the desk where he drafted the Emancipation Proclamation. (The original desk is at the White House.) The data will be digitally preserved and used to create a 3-D rendering of the building, similar to what you might see in a virtual tour. “The data collected creates a dynamic, 3-D visual

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By BRADY HOLT Deirdre Bannon/The Current

Ithaca College physics majors Kevin Coldren, left, and Evan Van de Wall operate 3-D laser equipment in use at President Lincoln’s Cottage in Ward 4.

database,” which can show in graphic detail the exact condition of the building and create a record of the preservation work of the past, said Michael Rodgers, physics and archaeology professor at Ithaca. It will also help guide a plan for work that will be necessary in future See Cottage/Page 19

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Crowded field in Ward 4 includes former Bowser aide — Page 3

‘The Widow Lincoln’ set to premiere at ford’s Theatre — Page 25

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The D.C. Department of Transportation will kick off a two-year project to rehabilitate the Key Bridge this spring, but it is promising relatively limited traffic disruptions. The 1925 bridge, which runs between Georgetown and Rosslyn, Va., saw its last major work in 1986, the Transportation Department’s Rick Kenney said at last week’s

Georgetown advisory neighborhood commission meeting. Unlike with the bridge’s 1986 overhaul, motorists shouldn’t expect major traffic disruptions this time. The bulk of the project affects the substructure, with workers accessing the underside of the bridge from a barge, according to Kenney. “It’s a concrete structure — most of the work is addressing deteriorating concrete,” he said. “You won’t see the workers. They’ll be under the bridge, in the arches, under the deck.” Other project work includes See Bridge/Page 19

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Calendar/22 Classifieds/29 District Digest/4 Dupont Circle Citzen/11 Exhibits/23 In Your Neighborhood/18

Opinion/8 Police Report/6 Real Estate/17 School Dispatches/20 Service Directory/27 Theater/25

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Crowded Ward 4 council race Seaton teacher wins $25,000 Milken award includes former Bowser aide By GRAHAM VYSE Current Staff Writer

By GRAHAM VYSE Current Staff Writer

There isn’t actually an incumbent in the April 28 special election to replace Muriel Bowser on the D.C. Council, but you wouldn’t have known it watching Brandon Todd work the crowd at his Georgia Avenue campaign office this past Saturday. Wading through a sea of supporters gathered for an open house, the longtime Bowser aide and president of the Ward 4 Democrats shook hands and posed for iPhone photos. All the while, he appeared alongside balloons and campaign posters colored green and yellow — the same colors his former boss used in her successful bids for public office. Making the symbolism even stronger, photos of Todd and Bowser together also hung on the walls, serving as a reminder that the new

mayor has an obvious preference when it comes to who succeeds her. After nearly an hour of grip-andgrin, Todd stepped to a microphone and made clear that his campaign’s message is one of continuity and experience. Pledging to “continue the progress� that Bowser achieved in her ward, he touted his tenure as her constituent services director, during which he said he had been “delivering every single day from the Ward 4 council office.� Todd’s message was as unyielding as it was unmistakable. Asked to name the biggest differences between Bowser and himself, he declined to name any at all. “We’re similar,� he told The Current. “I will govern in a very similar way.� With a significant early fundraising advantage and connections within the District’s political establishment, Todd looks to be a frontrunner in a race that will almost See Ward 4/Page 10

A Seaton Elementary School teacher was surprised last Thursday with a $25,000 Milken Educator Award — one of the prestigious prizes from the Milken Family Foundation that Teacher Magazine has dubbed the “Oscars of Teaching.� Michelle Johnson, who teaches second grade at the Shaw school, received the award during a morning assembly. She was visibly shocked by the announcement, at first burying her face in her hands and then holding back tears as she walked to the front of the room to accept the honor. Milken Family Foundation co-founder Mike Milken said Johnson has had a profoundly positive effect on her students, many of whom come from low-income families and are in the process of learning English as a second language. “By getting kids in her classroom excited about learning and thinking for themselves, she significantly improved their achievement levels,� Milken said in a statement. Specifically, the students Johnson taught during her first year at Seaton “grew at least five book levels, and many had double digit growth� on reading tests, according to the foundation. Johnson cut the number

Hyde-Addison to add pre-K for 3-year-olds By GRAHAM VYSE Current Staff Writer

Georgetown’s Hyde-Addison Elementary School will offer expanded prekindergarten programming when it opens its doors for a new school year this fall. In addition to its current pre-K offerings for 4-yearolds, the O Street school will have one new class for 3-year-olds, principal Elizabeth Namba told The Current this week. The class will have 17 students, one teacher and one assistant. Interested families can apply for a spot by using the My School DC lottery at myschooldc.org, which is open until early March. “I think it’s going to be a great opportunity,� Namba said, noting that she has seen “a lot of positive excitement and enthusiasm� about the class. Many

experts believe early-learning programs can help to reduce the academic achievement gap as students grow older. Asked about potential curriculum for the 3-yearolds, Namba said details are still being worked out by a planning committee at the school. She hopes to have the curriculum finalized by May in order to share it with families of incoming students in early June. In the meantime, Namba is inviting prospective parents to attend upcoming open houses at HydeAddison, including one from 9 to 10 a.m. on Feb. 6. The principal also plans to visit other D.C. schools that are already offering pre-K for 3-year-olds. She is particularly eager to learn about best practices from the nearby School Without Walls at Francis Stevens and See Pre-K/Page 7

The week ahead Wednesday, Jan. 14

The D.C. Council’s Committee on Education will hold an open house from 4 to 6 p.m. in Room 116 of the John A. Wilson Building, 1350 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. ■Wilson High School will host a meeting on the principal selection process with D.C. Public Schools instructional superintendent Dan Shea. The meeting will begin at 7:30 p.m. in the auditorium at Wilson High School, 3950 Chesapeake St. NW. A meet and greet with interim principal Greg Bargeman will be held in the auditorium lobby from 6:30 to 7:15 p.m.

Saturday, Jan. 17

DC Vote, DC Working Families, the National Institute for Civil Discourse and the Urban Institute will host “Talking Transition DC Town Meeting� from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, 801 Mount Vernon Place NW. The interactive, hightech meeting will address challenges facing the city, identify priorities for the new mayor and generate ideas for making local government more effective; the

day will include small group discussions with residents from all eight wards. To register, visit talkingtransitiondc.com.

Wednesday, Jan. 21

The Community Alliance for Upper Fourteenth Street, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority-Xi Omega Chapter, the Carter Barron East Neighborhood Association and the 16th Street Heights Civic Association will hold the “Heights Community Soup,� a potluck dinner where neighbors will choose and help fund community projects. The event will be held from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Alpha Kappa Alpha-Xi Omega Chapter, 4411 14th St. NW. The $5 suggestion donation includes soup, salad, bread and a vote. For details, email info.heightscommunitySOUP@ gmail.com; proposals are due by Jan. 12.

Saturday, Jan. 24

EmpowerTalk and Esther Productions Inc. will co-host “The People’s State of the Union� with a citizens group named the U.S. Department of Arts and Culture. Participants will express their views about their communities; the con-

dition of our culture; and the state of the union locally, nationally and globally. Literary activist and author E. Ethelbert Miller will kick off the event with remarks. The meeting will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Petworth Library, 4200 Kansas Ave. NW.

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Michelle Johnson, a second-grade teacher at Seaton Elementary, was shocked when officials announced she had won the Milken prize.

of students classified as reading “far below� grade level in half, improving scores more quickly than any other teacher at the school. In the end, 90 percent of her students moved up a proficiency level or reached the proficient/advanced level on city standardized tests. Speaking to reporters after receiving her award, See Award/Page 10

Monday, Jan. 26

The Georgetown Business Improvement District will host a community meeting on the 15-year “Georgetown 2028� action plan. The meeting will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. at the House of Sweden, 2900 K St. NW.

Wednesday, Jan. 28

The D.C. Department of Transportation will host a Capital Bikeshare open house. Representatives will present proposed fare increases, review system highlights and performance, solicit feedback from riders, and discuss issues related to the system’s growth and development. The meeting will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. in Room A-5, Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library, 901 G St. NW. Registration is requested at psotudc.eventbrite.com or 202-829-0591.

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District Digest Bowser picks deputy mayor for planning

Mayor Muriel Bowser has selected Takoma Park, Md., city manager Brian Kenner as the city’s new deputy mayor for planning and economic development. Kenner, who will start next month, has worked for the D.C. economic development office before, serving as chief operating officer prior to moving to his current job in the suburbs, according to a news release. His work there involved managing the team drawing up the redevelopment plan for Walter Reed Army Medical Center. Prior to that, Kenner, who has degrees from the University of Iowa and Harvard University, worked on community investments for Fannie Mae; on public-private initiatives for Jones Lang LaSalle; on government real estate advising for Ernst & Young; and as a presidential management fellow for the federal

government. “Economic development and job creation are driving forces of the District’s economy and I am thrilled to return to this vibrant and diverse city,� Kenner says in the release. “My job on day one is to provide residents and businesses the top notch quality of services they deserve and expect from a worldclass city.�

Fees under review for C&O Canal Park

The C&O Canal National Historic Park is proposing expanding the entrance fee currently charged in the Great Falls Tavern area off of MacArthur Boulevard in Potomac, Md., to all areas of the park that lie outside D.C., as well as increasing the cost of entrance at those sites, and adding a parking fee at Fletchers Cove. The moves are part of a nationwide review of fees at National

Park Service facilities. The local park, which notes in a release that 100 percent of fees are invested in park projects, is seeking public input on the proposal at tinyurl. com/canal-fees, which also offers details on the changes. The deadline for public comment is Feb. 22. Under the proposal, the park would also discontinue a reciprocal agreement with Great Falls Park in Virginia that allows visitors to visit both parks under one pass.

Shaw water odor still under investigation The D.C. Water and Sewer Authority is continuing to investigate the source of a petroleum-type smell that spurred a “do not drink� advisory in parts of Shaw and Logan Circle from Dec. 17 to 19. The agency, known as DC Water, and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency are “analyzing water samples and reviewing infor-

mation collected during the investigation,� according to a news release. More information is available at dcwater.com. A map of the affected area is at bit.ly/WaterAdvisory.

Tifereth Israel shows rain garden project

Tifereth Israel Congregation recently unveiled a demonstration project of linked rain gardens and permeable pavers developed with support from the D.C. Department of the Environment. “Tifereth Israel is the first religious institution to showcase multiple landscape development strategies that help stormwater infiltrate into the ground,� the department’s P. Trinh Doan says in a news release. “We would love to see other communities of faith undertake similar projects.� The 16th Street congregation used $83,000 in funding from the city agency to install two types of rain gardens that absorb water and three types of permeable pavers that let rain soak into the ground. The synagogue hopes the project will inspire members to implement similar systems at home and plans to share its experiences with other faith communities, according to the release.

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National Park Service veteran Frank Young is the new deputy superintendent of Rock Creek Park, overseeing park operations. Young has worked with the Park Service locally for nearly 27 years, most recently as acting deputy superintendent of National Capital Parks-East. He has also served as chief of maintenance for National Capital Parks-East and has been a

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Volunteers sought for park cleanup events The group Rock Creek Conservancy is offering volunteer opportunities throughout the weekend at 18 park locations to celebrate the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service and the park’s 125th anniversary. Activities will include cutting invasive vines from trees and cleaning trash from streams. Many of the 18 sites are in Northwest, and some are kid-friendly. Details are at rockcreekconservancy.org.

Forever 21 to open in Georgetown mall

Forever 21 will hold a grand opening for its new Georgetown clothing store Saturday, with the first 300 people in line at 10 a.m. receiving a gift card for $10 to $210. The 20,000-plus-square-foot space is located in Georgetown Park mall, at 3222 M St. Forever 21 is a Los Angeles-based fashion retailer with more than 670 stores in 45 countries. Grand-opening festivities will also include a DJ and a complimentary photo booth.

New tool shows live transit information

The D.C. Department of Transportation has launched a free digital mapping tool — RideDC — that shows the real-time transportation options available at specific city spots at any given time. The tool, available at ridedc. ddot.dc.gov, is currently usable only on large, high-definition monitors, but a mobile app will be ready soon for iOS, Android and Windows smartphones. The maps show Metrobus and DC Circulator schedules and Nextbus updates; Metrorail arrival predictions; availability of Capital Bikeshare bikes and open docks; and car-sharing locations and availability. Users can create a “custom� dashboard, modifying the program to display one or all of the transit options and show those available within a two-, four- or six-minute walk.

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Zoning panel to weigh pop-up restrictions By BRADY HOLT Current Staff Writer

City proposals that would control the conversion of D.C. row houses into “pop-up� apartment buildings have won support from several advisory neighborhood commissions, while generating concerns from some area developers. “Pop-ups� have been a source of concern in many row house neighborhoods like Dupont Circle and Petworth, where a developer can purchase a single-family home and expand it upward and rearward to turn it into a small apartment building. Opponents say pop-ups are visually unappealing and that they rob immediate neighbors of light, air and privacy. These detractors also say they eliminate family-friendly housing stock and add unwelcome density pressures. Supporters, meanwhile, say they increase housing supply in desirable neighborhoods and create units that are more affordable. Agreeing with opponents, the Office of Planning has suggested reducing what changes can be made in R-4 row house zones as a matter of right — that is to say, without vetting from neighbors and other members of the public. As proposed, height maximums in the R-4 zones would decrease from 40 feet to 35, and the number of housing units in buildings older than 1958 would be capped at two (there is no current limit). In addition, a “mezzanine� loophole would be closed that often lets developers skirt a three-story cap with a smaller fourth level. Developers could still create

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pop-up apartment projects, but they would have to demonstrate to the Board of Zoning Adjustment that granting them waivers from zoning rules wouldn’t harm neighbors or lead to buildings that are out of character for their surroundings. The Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on the Plan-

â??I think they’re going to make our neighborhoods stay our neighborhoods so they’re not going to look like that pop-up on V.â?ž — JonMarc Buffa ning Office’s proposals, including some alternatives also put forward by the agency, at 6:30 p.m. tomorrow. Based on testimony submitted electronically as of yesterday, the restrictions have community support in several neighborhoods that have seen many pop-ups, including Adams Morgan, Petworth and the U Street corridor. The Adams Morgan advisory neighborhood commission unanimously supported the city proposals at its meeting last Wednesday. “I think they’re going to make our neighborhoods stay our neighborhoods so they’re not going to look like that pop-up on V,â€? said commissioner JonMarc Buffa, referring to a particularly infamous V Street structure that towers above adjacent row houses. (That project is located in a zone that allows even greater height than R-4.) Commissioner Alan Gambrell

added that the proposals are “all quite reasonable in terms of bringing the neighborhood more to scale and protecting the integrity of our houses.� Only one of the seven neighborhood commissions that submitted testimony ahead of the upcoming Thursday hearing had serious complaints about the proposal. Commission 6B, representing part of Capitol Hill, supported a reduced height maximum but opposed three components: capping the number of units in a building, requiring a project to consider the character of the street and changing the definition of a mezzanine. (A second Capitol Hill commission, 6A, fully endorsed the Office of Planning recommendations.) Two developers filed written concerns: Sunil Chhabra, representing Pro DC’s Future; and Greg Auger of BHOB Realty LLC. Chhabra wrote that the row house conversions have “been a positive development force for the District. The revitalization of a dilapidated large row home or an addition to an existing building on a large lot in an R-4 Zone District into a multi-family building has served as an important catalyst for the revitalization of entire blocks or areas.� He called the proposed changes “draconian� and the height reduction “arbitrary.� Auger added that a two- or three-bedroom apartment inside a row house is suitable for a family, and that limiting conversions would reduce families’ ability to find a D.C. home. “We believe the current regulations allow for an appropriate increase in housing stock without sacrificing the intent of the R-4 zone,� he wrote.

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Robbery â– K and 4th streets; 3:30 a.m. Jan. 9. Assault with a dangerous weapon â– 700-799 block, 7th St.; 2 a.m. Jan. 5. â– 600-699 block, H St.; 4:40 p.m. Jan. 7 (with knife). Theft â– 700-799 block, 7th St.; 7:47 p.m. Jan. 6. â– 700-799 block, 7th St.; 7:31 p.m. Jan. 7. â– 800-899 block, 9th St.; 5:31 p.m. Jan. 8. â– 400-499 block, 7th St.; 6:45 p.m. Jan. 8. â– 700-799 block, 7th St.; 3:15 p.m. Jan. 10. Theft from auto â– K and 5th streets; 1:23 p.m. Jan. 5. â– 700-799 block, I St.; 6:39 p.m. Jan. 5. â– F and 8th streets; 9:02 p.m. Jan. 5.

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â– 2600-3899 block, Tunlaw Road; 3:24 p.m. Jan. 5. â– 2700-2799 block, Wisconsin Ave.; 11:57 a.m. Jan. 10. Theft from auto â– 3900-4099 block, Tunlaw Road; 1:32 p.m. Jan. 5. â– 35th and Lowell streets; 4 p.m. Jan. 5. â– 2900-3099 block, Cathedral Ave.; 4:45 p.m. Jan. 5. â– 42nd and Edmunds streets; 9 p.m. Jan. 8. â– W and 40th streets; 7:30 a.m. Jan. 9. â– 2900-3001 block, Cleveland Ave.; 9 a.m. Jan. 9. â– 2900-2999 block, Bellevue Terrace; 9:56 a.m. Jan. 9. â– 3900-4099 block, Tunlaw Road; 10:07 a.m. Jan. 9. â– Garfield Street and 29th Place; 3:50 p.m. Jan. 9.

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â– palisades / spring valley PSA 205

Wesley Heights / Foxhall

Theft â– 4400-4499 block, Massachusetts Ave.; 1:28 p.m. Jan. 9. Theft from auto â– 4200-4299 block, 49th St.; 1:56 p.m. Jan. 5. â– 5100-5198 block, MacArthur Blvd.; 2:56 p.m. Jan. 8. â– 3340-3399 block, Maud St.; 3:53 p.m. Jan. 8.

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â– georgetown / burleith

Robbery â– 2600-2699 block, P St.; 7:10 a.m. Jan. 7. â– 2600-2699 block, P St.; 3:08 a.m. Jan. 9. Burglary â– 3600-3699 block, O St.; 1:33 p.m. Jan. 5. â– 3600-3699 block, O St.; 10:40 p.m. Jan. 6. Theft â– 1900-1999 block, 35th Place; 6:02 p.m. Jan. 5. â– 1200-1299 block, 31st St.; 9:50 a.m. Jan. 7. â– 3300-3399 block, Whitehaven St.; 4:40 p.m. Jan. 7. â– 3200-3275 block, M St.; 8:20 p.m. Jan. 7. â– 3000-3099 block, Dent Place; 10:38 a.m. Jan. 8. â– 1048-1099 block, Wisconsin Ave.; 5:40 p.m. Jan. 8. â– 3100-3199 block, M St.; 10:39 a.m. Jan. 9. â– 1000-1099 block, Thomas Jefferson St.; 4:10 p.m. Jan. 9. â– 3517-3599 block, T St.; 7:28 p.m. Jan. 9. â– 3200-3275 block, M St.; 9:15 p.m. Jan. 9. â– 1500-1599 block, 30th St.; 2:36 a.m. Jan. 10. â– 3036-3099 block, M St.; 5:05 p.m. Jan. 10. â– M and 26th streets; 5:32 p.m. Jan. 10. â– 3200-3275 block, M St.; 6:01 p.m. Jan. 10. â– 1600-1677 block, Wisconsin Ave.; 7:48 p.m. Jan. 11.

Theft from auto â– 3200-3229 block, P St.; 7:53 a.m. Jan. 5. â– 3400-3499 block, R St.; 8:02 a.m. Jan. 5. â– 3400-3499 block, R St.; 8:57 a.m. Jan. 5. â– 3400-3499 block, R St.; 10:01 a.m. Jan. 5. â– 3400-3499 block, R St.; 6:28 p.m. Jan. 5. â– 3000-3049 block, R St.; 8:24 a.m. Jan. 7. â– 1560-1609 block, Wisconsin Ave.; 11:44 a.m. Jan. 7. â– 3050-3054 block, R St.; 6:49 p.m. Jan. 7. â– 2900-2999 block, Olive St.; 7:11 p.m. Jan. 7. â– 3100-3199 block, South St.; 7:58 p.m. Jan. 11.

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â– foggy bottom / west end

Burglary â– 1400-1433 block, K St.; 2:12 p.m. Jan. 8. â– 2400-2499 block, Pennsylvania Ave.; 12:44 p.m. Jan. 9. â– 1400-1433 block, K St.; 5:07 p.m. Jan. 9. Motor vehicle theft â– 18th and F streets; 3:25 p.m. Jan. 7. Theft â– 1800-1899 block, M St.; 3 p.m. Jan. 5. â– 900-999 block, 16th St.; 6:22 p.m. Jan. 5. â– 2500-2699 block, Virginia Ave.; 8:29 a.m. Jan. 6. â– 1700-1799 block, De Sales St.; 2:17 p.m. Jan. 6. â– 2500-2699 block, Virginia Ave.; 11 a.m. Jan. 7. â– 1000-1099 block, Vermont Ave.; 11:28 a.m. Jan. 8. â– I and 22nd streets; 3 p.m. Jan. 8. â– 1800-1899 block, L St.; 7:30 p.m. Jan. 9. â– 1000-1099 block, 19th St.; 8:28 p.m. Jan. 9. Theft from auto â– 900-999 block, 18th St.; 2:28 a.m. Jan. 5. â– 600-749 block, New Hampshire Ave.; 10:08 p.m. Jan. 6. â– 21st and K streets; 1:53 p.m. Jan. 10.

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dupont circle

Robbery â– 1800-1819 block, 18th St.; 10:11 a.m. Jan. 8. Theft â– 1800-1899 block, M St.; 12:41 p.m. Jan. 5. â– 1615-1699 block, Rhode Island Ave.; 4 p.m. Jan. 5. â– 1700-1799 block, Rhode Island Ave.; 5:45 p.m. Jan. 5. â– 1200-1249 block, 22nd St.; 9:52 a.m. Jan. 8. â– 1-7 block, Dupont Circle; 7:52 p.m. Jan. 9. â– 1400-1499 block, 22nd St.; 2:45 a.m. Jan. 11. â– 1300-1699 block, Connecti-

cut Ave.; 5:10 p.m. Jan. 11. Theft from auto â– 19th Street and Riggs Place; 5:26 a.m. Jan. 5. â– 2400-2499 block, California St.; 8:18 a.m. Jan. 5. â– 2200-2299 block, N St.; 8:50 a.m. Jan. 5. â– S and 19th streets; 8:54 a.m. Jan. 5. â– 1100-1199 block, 18th St.; 9:42 p.m. Jan. 8. â– 1500-1599 block, N St.; 10:40 p.m. Jan. 8. â– 1600-1699 block, N St.; 3:30 p.m. Jan. 11.

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â– Dupont circle

Theft â– 1619-1699 block, 17th St.; 4:56 p.m. Jan. 8. â– 1921-1999 block, 14th St.; 4:05 a.m. Jan. 10. Theft from auto â– 1400-1499 block, W St.; 4:05 p.m. Jan. 5. â– Willard and 17th streets; 8:28 a.m. Jan. 7.

psa PSA 303 303

â– adams morgan

Robbery â– 1610-1631 block, Columbia Road; 9:33 p.m. Jan. 10 (with knife). Assault with a dangerous weapon â– 1811-1852 block, Columbia Road; 4:30 a.m. Jan. 11 (with knife). Theft from auto â– 1811-1852 block, Columbia Road; 5 p.m. Jan. 5. â– 18th Street and Kalorama Road; 6:46 p.m. Jan. 10.

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â– logan circle

Burglary â– 1100-1199 block, Rhode Island Ave.; 8:10 a.m. Jan. 8. Theft â– 923-999 block, O St.; 5:20 p.m. Jan. 5. â– 1300-1319 block, N St.; 4:18 p.m. Jan. 6. â– 1300-1399 block, 11th St.; 12:29 p.m. Jan. 9. â– 1200-1299 block, 11th St.; 10:38 a.m. Jan. 10. â– 900-999 block, Massachusetts Ave.; 11:40 p.m. Jan. 10. Theft from auto â– 1100-1199 block, P St.; 10:25 p.m. Jan. 6. â– M and 11th streets; 9:26 a.m. Jan. 9. â– 1300-1399 block, Corcoran St.; 6:20 p.m. Jan. 9. â– 900-999 block, N St.; 3 a.m. Jan. 10. â– 1100-1199 block, 9th St.; 11:09 a.m. Jan. 10. â– 923-999 block, O St.; 4 p.m. Jan. 10. â– 1300-1399 block, Vermont Ave.; 7 p.m. Jan. 10.

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PRE-K: Georgetown’s Hyde-Addison Elementary School to add program for 3-year-olds

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Maury Elementary in the Capitol Hill neighborhood. In an interview, Hyde-Addison parent Caroline Simonds Pessey said she’s glad to see early learning options expanding. Her

6-year-old daughter started at Hyde-Addison as a 4-year-old and had an excellent experience, making lots of friends and enjoying “structured play� as well as math and reading lessons, she said. Pessey knows many parents in and around Georgetown are glad to take advantage of a

quality public school instead of shelling out tens of thousands of dollars for a private preschool. “It’s good to have affordable options in the neighborhood,� she said. Throughout Northwest, pre-K for 3-yearolds — known as “PK3� — is already offered at many D.C. Public Schools campuses,

including Bancroft, Barnard, Bruce-Monroe, Cleveland, Garrison, H.D. Cooke, Marie Reed, Powell, Ross, Seaton, Shepherd, Thomson and Tubman elementary schools. There are also programs for 3-year-olds at the Brightwood, Raymond, Takoma, Truesdell, West and Whittier education campuses.

UTILITY: Pepco defends response to prolonged outage affecting Dupont Circle customers

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that worked around the clock until we had every customer’s service restored.� Pepco believes that some of its equipment near 18th and Corcoran streets, about a block and a half northeast of the Dupont Circle roundabout, was damaged by construction unrelated to the power company, according to Nogas. “Cold weather likely exacerbated that damage on our system. Due to the nature of the system configuration, that damage eventually resulted in a burned cable and subsequent outages,� she wrote. But complaints were less about the fact that the outage happened and more that residents had trouble getting accurate, timely information. Some residents said they heard nothing; others said they got inaccurate information about when power would be restored. “It would have been useful to say, ‘This is the problem, this is what people are doing, this is our best estimate for when power will be back on,’ and then provide an update every 40 minutes or every hour,� said Dupont neighborhood commissioner Mike Feldstein. “It may be very difficult to solve, fine, but there should be no difficulty in keeping people informed.� In contrast, Feldstein praised Council member Evans and his communications director Tom Lipinsky for doing an “extraordinary job� at providing community updates. In an interview, Evans and Lipinsky said they were in touch with Pepco during the outage and received poor information from the power company. “They were giving overly hopeful estimates of what time it was going to be restored, as opposed to saying ‘We don’t know, give us a few hours,’� said Lipinsky. “People weren’t able to plan what they were going to do because of the information they received.� Community leaders reported that many elderly residents were told they’d have power before dark — and that once it became clear they wouldn’t, it was too late for them to easily find other places to go. “I recognize that problems happen, but there was a better way of handling that than Pepco was able to do,� Evans said. When he subsequently spoke to company representatives, he added, “They said they’re going to try to do better, and we’re going to encourage them to do that.� Pepco’s Nogas — whose own P Street home was part of the outage area — said part of the issue stems

from the difficulties inherent to underground power lines. “It’s easier for the crews when they show up at the site and they’re able to identify: ‘Oh, there’s a tree on the wire.’ It’s visible,â€? Nogas said in an interview. “With the undergrounds, they have to actually go underground through manholes. ‌ In this case it was a cable that got burned up, and they actually had to find that cable.â€? In her email, Nogas elaborated on the challenges. Pepco provided an “estimated time of restorationâ€? based on how long it normally takes to repair a particular problem, but “as we proceeded with the original repairs, we found the damage more extensive than originally anticipated which required extending the ETR. “The technical nature of this repair work severely limited the ability to immediately see these underground issues so the problems could not be immediately known,â€? she continued. “That is why we stressed — restoration times are estimated.â€? The trade-off, though, is improved reliability, as outages are less frequent than in areas with above-ground wires. Pepco is planning to underground some of its feeder lines in various parts of the city to boost reliability, and Nogas said outages will be simpler there because there will only be one line rather than an entire system like in Dupont. Another source of frustration has been the emergency warming center that the city established for Dupont residents who had no power. The center was located in Columbia Heights/Petworth, some 2.5 miles

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from the affected area. “Clearly it would have been better to have it closer to Dupont Circle, where the outage was,� said Evans. Lipinsky said the council member’s office has been in touch with the District’s Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency, but hasn’t heard back on the issue. Agency spokesperson Nicole Chapple said her department is responsible for coordinating various respons-

es to a power outage, and said it did a respectable job at providing information among different parties involved with last week’s incident. The warming center location, she said, was chosen by the Department of Human Services; Dora Taylor, spokesperson for that agency, said she wasn’t aware of the controversy and had no further information yesterday. A spokesperson for Mayor Muri-

el Bowser didn’t respond to a request for comment on the outage issue. Tonight’s neighborhood commission meeting is slated to include a 15-minute discussion on the outage, with officials from Pepco and the mayor’s office, as well as Evans, taking part. The meeting will begin at 7 p.m. at the Brookings Institution, 1775 Massachusetts Ave. NW, and the Pepco portion is expected to begin at roughly 7:30.

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Safety first

There are two primary questions to be answered after Monday’s terrifying Metro incident that left one rider dead and injured dozens more when their train filled with smoke: Why? And how can we avoid a repeat? The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the episode, and we hope its report will resolve both queries, though it could be months before the document is released. What we do know is that a southbound Yellow Line train stopped about 800 feet into the tunnel between the L’Enfant Plaza and Pentagon stations a little before 3:30 p.m. Monday. The power went out, leaving the train dark, and then smoke started to pour in. Passengers were told to stay in place, but some exited before emergency responders evacuated the train. The safety board has reported that the fault lies with an “electrical arcing” malfunction involving electricity escaping from the third rail that powers the trains. Few details about Carol Glover, 61, the woman who died, were available as of The Current’s deadline. Nor was it clear exactly how long it took emergency responders to access passengers. Some riders said it was nearly an hour before firefighters reached them. In a news briefing yesterday, Mayor Muriel Bowser said she thinks the fire department’s response was within normal time parameters. Some attribute the delay to Metro. Mayor Bowser’s initial comments about the disaster were subdued, focused primarily on condolences for the victim’s family. But yesterday she offered more concrete pronouncements. She promised an investigation into the city’s response by next week and said she would work with city, Maryland and Virginia officials to ensure the cause of the incident is corrected. Ward 2 D.C. Council member Jack Evans, the council’s new representative on the board that governs the transit authority, offered stronger criticisms of Metro. He said on Twitter and on a radio show that the incident was “a tragedy that should never happen again” and that officials must “commit to improving processes and trust in the system.” We agree with Mr. Evans, though we believe the focus must be on infrastructure improvements — with increased trust coming (we hope) as a result. The Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments is currently finalizing a report on the region’s infrastructure needs, which calls for $58 billion to update transportation, utility, safety and energy systems. The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, which operates Metro, has reported a need to spend $16 billion through 2025. These are large figures, but securing the region’s safety, including on its railways, is crucial.

Filling vacancies

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In Ward 4, complaints last week about the city’s snow response went … nowhere. Or at least, not to any dedicated council member and his/her staff. In her new post as mayor, former Ward 4 D.C. Council member Muriel Bowser will hear some of these concerns from her old constituents. Like her predecessors, she has staff members assigned to handle constituent affairs for each ward. But we’re troubled that residents will spend four months without a council representative of their own. Ward 8 residents are in the same boat. For Ward 4, the situation harkens back to eight years ago, when Adrian Fenty became mayor. (Ward 7 also lost its representative then, as Vincent Gray ascended to the council chairmanship.) At the time, we said Congress should amend the D.C. charter to allow temporary appointments to fill the posts. We suggested allowing either the ward party organization or the council chairman to choose the legislator’s replacement — with the person selected then prohibited from running for the seat in the special election. We’ll second ourselves now. And upon further reflection, we wonder whether Council Chairman Phil Mendelson couldn’t appoint temporary replacements to fill the constituent-service role without first convincing Congress to alter the charter. Having a representative who can play the full role would be preferable, but supporting residents is most necessary now. At the very least, Mr. Mendelson could redirect calls from Ms. Bowser’s former lines to a select staff within his own office until the April 28 special election. (At present, a recording tells callers that the office is closed for the holidays.) And when it comes to that election, there’s another issue we’d like to see addressed. There are currently 18 prospective candidates for Ms. Bowser’s seat and 25 for Mr. Barry’s. The crowd means the winners will most likely receive a small slice of the votes, an unfortunate result that could be avoided by establishing a runoff election. Again, we’re repeating ourselves here, but we think instant runoffs in which voters rate each candidate would be ideal. Implementing such a change would ensure greater buy-in for the ultimate winners. There isn’t time to make this fix before the April election, but it’s the perfect time to start working on the matter before the next vote.

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aking a look around the region, an awful lot of stuff needs fixing. On Wednesday, the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments is hosting a news conference to say the area has $58 billion — billion — in unmet infrastructure needs. The Council of State Governments, a national group for state officials, lists “infrastructure neglect” as one of its top issues for 2015. It could have been a top issue for the past 20 years, or it could be one for the next 20. D.C. Council Chairman Phil Mendelson is the current Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments chairman. He asked the regional body to focus on capital projects as a special project while he is chairman. Mendelson last year slashed about $400 million from the District’s planned streetcar system, and there are suggestions that D.C. may follow Arlington’s lead and drop the citywide system now planned. New Mayor Muriel Bowser already has signaled that she might prefer less costly rapid bus lanes over streetcars. Departing Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority general manager Richard Sarles has warned that buses cost Metro money (maintenance, replacements, personnel) while the rail line makes money for the system if enough people keep riding it. Last week Sarles told the Metro board that “safety is top of mind for all employees throughout the Authority.” Monday’s tragic fire at L’Enfant Plaza will raise a thousand questions about the status and state of Metro, which insiders say needs far more money than is popularly known. On Monday, NBC4 reported that the National Park Service is exploring ways to raise fees and impose some new ones to help maintain the C&O Canal National Historical Park. (See nbcwashington. com for a list of the proposed fees and information on public hearings to be held through Feb. 5.) ■ Fix Virginia ethics? U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Va., was among those who sent letters to the judge who sentenced former Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell to two years in prison for his mingling of public duties and private gifts. Kaine said simply that McDonnell in his life had shown examples of mercy and that perhaps the judge could show some to McDonnell. But on the WAMU “Politics Hour” last Friday, Kaine was more focused on fixing the ethics gap in Virginia. “It’s made worse because the Virginia ethical rules are so lax,” Kaine said during the show. The former governor noted that a Newport News delegate also had been sentenced to prison in a separate case. “When you have two convictions like this it ought to make the legislature get serious,” Kaine said. “I do believe Gov. [Terry] McAuliffe and the General Assembly will fix the glaring weaknesses. A lax ethical culture can contribute to bad behavior.” The legis-

lature starts Wednesday. ■ Fix Maryland’s Democrats? There are still bitter feelings from Maryland Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown’s astounding loss in last year’s governor’s race. Republican Larry Hogan takes office on Jan. 21 after one of the biggest upset wins in the nation. Washington Post columnist Robert McCarthy last week interviewed outgoing Gov. Martin O’Malley, who had hoped a win by his lieutenant governor would bolster his own still-fledgling presidential ambitions. As he has been a few times before, O’Malley was critical of the Brown campaign. “They made a tactical decision not to defend the [O’Malley] record or talk about it,” he told the columnist. “And we saw the results that we saw.” Brown has quickly fad from view after his colossal loss. He made a cameo appearance at Mayor Muriel Bowser’s inaugural on Jan. 2 but kept a low profile. “You have to offer an affirmative economic message to the voters,” O’Malley continued with McCarthy. “If you give voters a choice between a Democrat who promises to do nothing and a Republican who promises to do nothing, they’re generally going to side with the Republican, because they’re better at that than we are.” Maryland Democrats would be smart not to nominate a 2018 candidate who campaigns in a bubble, as many observers say Brown did. ■ Fix the schedule gap? The District and its neighboring states of Maryland and Virginia have a lot of issues in common, from our polluted rivers to transportation concerns (and the financial instability of Metro) to economic competition, among others. So it was potentially significant when Mayor Bowser and Virginia Gov. McAuliffe held a meeting this past week, a meeting that appeared on neither official’s public calendar. Mayor Bowser tweeted out a photo of the two posing in a restaurant, and a barebones message: “I just had a great lunch with @TerryMcAuliffe where we discussed ways to grow the region’s economy.” Bowser’s staff said the omission was an unintentional oversight, but it still was odd that both leaders kept the meeting secret. ■ Fix the statehood insult? Once again, there is an effort to get President Obama to include a call for D.C. voting rights and/or statehood in his State of the Union address, on Jan. 20. Someone alert the Notebook if that happens. He’s zero for five so far. ■ Fix your decorations. Your holiday decorations were lovely. We’re now into the third week of January. Take it all down. The stores already are displaying Valentine’s candy. You don’t want to be left behind. Do you? Tom Sherwood, a Southwest resident, is a political reporter for News 4.

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Letters to the eDitor District gas prices aren’t reasonable

In an era when the national average price of gasoline is reported to be $2.14, many D.C. gasoline stations charge one-third to 50 percent more. (The D.C. average was $2.58 as of Sunday, according to AAA Mid-Atlantic; the Washington metropolitan area average was $2.27.) This cannot be the result of a free market, but rather the impact of firms with monopoly power. This is more than a local issue. It is the federal government’s role to limit market power by monopo-

lies. While the energy industry is heavily marketing the need for a pipeline through the Plains states on the basis that it will reduce our fuel costs, it is simultaneously manipulating these markets to ensure that these reductions often do not occur. Let us not swallow these rationales easily. Vic Miller Washington Heights

Light snow shouldn’t impede trash pickup I am looking out my window at a street full of trash that has not been collected all week. I called the D.C. Department of Public Works and was told the trash would be collected by the end of the week. Today is Friday, and the

same piles of trash are there. I asked the call taker why the trash was not collected. I was told it was because of the snowstorm. The snowstorm? We had a mere two inches of snow on Tuesday. By mid-day the streets were clear. I was at first assured the trash would be collected Wednesday. It was not. Trash collection is a basic city service. Trash left uncollected attracts rats. Can the city at least deliver a basic service like trash collection? I am unwilling to accept the lame excuse that two inches of snow made it impossible to collect trash this week. It is no wonder the Olympic Committee didn’t choose Washington, D.C. John A. Boffa Georgetown

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Letters to the Editor Set record straight on Palisades trail

After reading Mr. Steve Hansch’s letter to the editor [“Not everyone backs additional pavement,� Jan. 7], I realized that I needed to reread Jack Koczela’s Dec. 24 Viewpoint concerning the Palisades trolley trail. After reviewing Mr. Koczela’s comments, I wonder whether Mr. Hansch read the same article. There is no mention of paving over the trail nor reference to the majority as Mr. Hansch indicates. Mr. Koczela’s article encouraged me to take a survey publicized in his piece and in an earlier article. There is a question in the survey that asks about what surface would be preferred. My answer was woodchips. So I guess Mr. Hansch didn’t bother with the survey before sending thoughts to The Current. Mr. Koczela’s comments encouraged a dialogue to determine what might be best for the trail and the neighborhood. It might have been best to do the appropriate research before writing a letter with such glaring errors. The community is entitled to a fair and reasonable discussion, not an emotional response with inaccuracies. Charles B. Lanman Jr. The Palisades

Bowser should hear diverse viewpoints

As Mayor Muriel Bowser announces her administrative team, she must balance her desire for change with the realities of executive agencies and programs already in place. Most important, the new administration must be guided by the primary quality-of-life concerns put forward by citizens of the District. The mayor has the opportunity to infuse the concerns of thousands of city residents into her planning, and I urge her to give “Talking Transition DC� a serious ear. DC Working Families has partnered with DC Vote, the National Institute for Civil Discourse and the Urban Institute to open the lines of communication and transform the transition process. We’ve created a process that allows Washington residents to take part in public conversations with the new mayor about issues, ideas and questions that affect their neighborhoods. At the same time, we’re providing Mayor Bowser with an opportunity to hear about the current state of the District from a citizen’s perspective. Over the past four weeks in every D.C. ward, Talking Transition DC canvassers have been reaching

deep into communities. Over 10,000 residents have already voiced their opinions on matters that affect their lives. We are gathering data on issues ranging from housing and police relations to convenient shopping opportunities and wages. Residents can also weigh in and take our survey at talkingtransitiondc.com. Upon completion, the data will be compiled in a report and presented to the new administration in a town hall setting. If the mayor is going to tackle the city’s pressing problems, it’s important that she hear from the folks who took the brunt of the recession on the chin. They’re living with broken homes, low wages, struggling schools and bleak futures. One of former Mayor Marion Barry’s greatest strengths was his ability to include the concerns of residents of every ward in his decision-making. Mayor Bowser has an opportunity to do even better. Many of our residents believe that city government is not working for them, but working against them. Our hope is that with the administration on board, Talking Transition DC will provide a space for productive conversations that address serious issues, and go a long way toward changing this perception. Delvone Michael Executive Director, DC Working Families

DMV fees excessive for old cheap cars

I recently purchased a 1969 Volkswagen Beetle to fix up and restore. I knew buying an older vehicle would require a certain amount of work and a lot of parts in order for me to restore it to solid drivable condition. I never expected that the price to have the title switched into my name would cost me over twice the amount that I actually paid for the car. I bought the car for $150. It’s badly rusted, the engine is bad, it has no floor pans, and the electrical system is shot. This will be a twoyear restoration for me, costing thousands of dollars. A D.C. Department of Motor Vehicles employee told me my tax was based on a $5,900 value that its system shows, and I paid $381 to change the title into my name. I ran into the same problem when I registered a 1990 Honda Civic three years ago. I paid $650 for the car but had to pay taxes based on a $2,200 value. I think DMV needs to seriously rethink its tax basis because taxing cars based on an unseen value is robbing motorists of their hardearned money. I buy older cars and trucks because they are cheaper to purchase and I enjoy fixing cars and making them safe and drivable. By saving older cars I’m recycling an

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unwanted vehicle that would usually go to the scrap yard. D.C., it seems, has a bad habit of punishing people who manage to get a deal on their vehicles. I don’t want to bash the DMV altogether. New vehicle inspection policies have noticeably sped up the process, and I have always found the inspection staff helpful when one of my vehicles didn’t pass. I also have found the ability to renew registrations online to be a great time-saver, and the DMV has always given me plenty of notice before registration is due. But now we need to clean up the financial end of the DMV. I’m sure DMV officials will say the agency’s tax scale is based on National Automobile Dealers Association prices in order to have an accurate foundation for taxes, but in my case (and many others, I’m sure), the tax rate paid for a vehicle exceeds the value of the vehicle, which is unfair. I’d be more than happy to sell my VW to D.C. for $3,000 — half what the DMV says it’s worth. D.C. would get a bargain based on its estimated value, and I can make money by overcharging the buyer, just like the city did. James Florczyk Washington, D.C.

Ellington renovation is waste of money

The Current’s Jan. 7 article about the problems with the Duke Ellington School of the Arts’ “renovations� horrified — but didn’t surprise — me. When my husband and I saw the design months ago, our reaction was that it was a tremendous waste of taxpayer dollars, and that it would ultimately damage the school. Both of our sons are Ellington graduates. There is no question the R Street school building needed a lot of repairs and updating, but we are talking function, not form. Meanwhile, the school is in a supposedly temporary location with classes split between two different non-adjacent buildings. The neighborhood has a much higher rate of violent crime than the Georgetown/ Burleith area. Rehearsals at the old building often continued after dark. A spokesperson for the District now says they don’t expect to be in the renovated building at the start of the 2016-17 school year. We would never have considered sending our sons to Ellington under such conditions, and I suspect there are many parents who will feel the same. A tiny portion of the proposed $139 million could have provided full college scholarships for any Ellington students in need. That’s what changes lives, not rooftop event spaces. Carol Nissenson Chevy Chase

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Johnson heaped praise on her students, saying she benefited from their obvious excitement about learning. “It’s not just that they’re smart,� she said. “It’s how hard they work. They want it. Anyone can be smart and float by, but they come in every day and they want to be here.� Talking about her upbringing, Johnson said both of her parents are teachers. Her mother has been at the front of a classroom for three

decades. Johnson came to D.C. after teaching in Maryland because she was excited by the education reforms the city has embraced in recent years. Having earned her master’s degree in political management from George Washington University, Johnson initially planned to teach for a few years before pursuing a career in education policy. These days, she envisions spending her entire career as a teacher. “I could never imagine leaving the classroom,� she said Thursday. “These kids are

going to grow up to do amazing things, and it’s going to be because of the teachers that they had.� Johnson is one of up to 40 educators who will receive the Milken award during the 20142015 school year, and she will be the only recipient from D.C. (There have been 11 other recipients from the District since the city began participating in the program in 2003.) The Milken Educator Awards program was launched in 1987, and it has honored 2,600 K-12 teachers, principals and education spe-

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cialists nationwide. Each Milken award comes with an unrestricted $25,000 prize. Some recipients have put the money toward their students or used it to fund their own continuing education. Others have established scholarships or even helped to pay for the adoption of children, according to the foundation. Asked what she plans to do with her winnings, Johnson said she might invest it, save it or use it to pay off student loans. Current staff writer Brian Kapur contributed to this report.

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certainly be marked by low turnout. His spokesperson, Everett Hamilton, calls him “a known quantity,â€? both in the community and at the Wilson Building, and Todd has clearly inherited many of Bowser’s most ardent supporters. But not everyone is ready for a coronation. In all, 17 other candidates are hoping to compete with Todd in the coming months, including labor lawyer RenĂŠe Bowser (no relation to the mayor), who also tried for the Ward 4 seat in 2012 and the 2007 special election. She plans to kick off her campaign this Saturday in Petworth, where she serves as an advisory neighborhood commissioner. In an interview with The Current, Bowser sought to draw a contrast with Todd, calling herself “unboughtâ€? and “not a hand-picked candidate.â€? She said she would be an independent-minded council member who casts votes based on evidence and doesn’t vote in lockstep with a political patron. Asked why she believes she can run a competitive race, she added, “I’m not going to have the money or the big names, but I’m going to have residents of Ward 4 and other parts of the city who are willing to roll up their sleeves and help me.â€? Another candidate hoping to win the Ward 4 seat is Pedro Rubio,

who ran unsuccessfully in the atlarge D.C. Council race last year. On his new campaign website, Rubio touts his work co-founding the Ward 4 Education Alliance, which advocates for public schools, and All Walks DC, a pedestrian advocacy group, among other accomplishments. Like RenĂŠe Bowser, he sounds hopeful that his latest bid for office will be a success. “My experience with other elections has shown me how to build a winning campaign,â€? Rubio wrote on the website. In last year’s at-large race, Rubio finished fourth out of five Democratic primary candidates, with 7 percent of the vote. In her 2012 Ward 4 race, RenĂŠe Bowser finished second out of five Democratic primary candidates, with 13 percent of the vote. Muriel Bowser won that primary with 66 percent of the vote. Besides Todd, Rubio and RenĂŠe Bowser, the prospective candidates who have taken out petitions in the race are Acqunetta Anderson, Leon T. Andrews Jr., Ron Austin, Gwenellen Corley-Bowman, Chrysanthe A. Courniotes, Judi Jones, Lydia I. Little, Bruce Morrison, Edwin W. Powell, Glova Scott, Douglass Sloan, Vannie Taylor III, Bobvala Tengen, Dwayne M. Toliver and Robert J. Whitaker Sr. Signatures are due at the Board of Elections Jan. 28.

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Talking Transition DC Town Meeting Saturday, January 17 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM Walter E. Washington Convention Center 801 Mount Vernon Place, NW The National Institute for Civic Discourse will present an innovative, high-tech town meeting that will engage a demographically representative sample of several hundred Washington, DC residents in facilitated discussion. Participants will provide input on policy issues and ideas that citizens believe should be the highest priorities for the new mayor. This interactive public engagement event will include small group discussions and keypad polling to prioritize important issues and choices facing our city. The results of the Town Meeting will be shared directly with the Mayor-Elect who will be attending the event. Talking Transition DC is a partnership involving DC Vote, DC Working Families, National Institute for Civil Discourse, and the Urban Institute. Free lunch and refreshments will be served!

REGISTER TODAY! SEATING IS LIMITED! Register by January 10 to guarantee your seat at the meeting! Go to www.TalkingTransitionDC.com to register or get more information. Registration Options:  Online Registration at www.TalkingTransitionDC.com  Mail completed form to: 611 Pennsylvania Avenue SE #295, Washington, DC 20003  Email: talkingtransitiondc@gmail.com or Fax 202-462-7001

Note from Board Member Robin Diener About the Town Hall

Mayor-elect Muriel Bowser's Town Hall on January 17 is based on the Citizen Summit concept developed during Mayor Williams's tenure, in partnership with the National Institute for Civil Discourse (formerly America Speaks). It's an extraordinary opportunity to weigh in on issues of importance to you, to meet other civic-minded citizens from across the city and all walks of life, and to engage in real discussion with them. It's an enlightening and heartening experience. It's also a day-long commitment -- but worth it -usually divided into four different issues such as education, jobs, sustainability, and libraries. Topics not yet set for this year. We'll keep you posted. What impressed me most was the way our opinions were tallied and sorted on the spot electronically. At one session I saw the issue of affordable housing go from zero -- not even formally on the list -- to emerge on top as the number one concern across all issues. More than anything I have experienced, it showed me we citizens could make a difference in setting priorities for our city. I enthusiastically urge you to attend. Robin

Education News

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DCCA Board Member & New President of the National Association of State Boards of Education New to the neighborhood? Looking for a preschool, preK, charter school, or out-of-boundary traditional public school?

The citywide school lottery is now open -see http://www.myschooldc.org -- and visiting schools is a great way to find your child's best educational options.

LOCAL OPEN HOUSES (for prospective families) Ross Elementary: (R St between 17th & 18th ST NW) 1/13/15 9am - 10am Garrison Elementary: (1200 S Street NW) 1/24/15 - 10am to noon

As a DCCA member, you are an integral part of neighborhood history JOIN OR RENEW ONLINE AT DUPONT-CIRCLE.ORG

SWW Francis-Stevens Education Campus (preK-8th) (2450 N street NW): 1/30/15 9am - 10am Grades 5-8 Join the Ward 2 Education Network on Tuesday, January 13, to learn about schools in the Cardozo Middle and High School feeder system and how to navigate the school system to make sure your child gets the right educational opportunities.

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At present, Garrison (Dupont and Logan Circle), Cleveland, and Seaton elementary schools have the neighborhood right to attend Cardozo starting in grade 6. Ross (Dupont Circle) and Thomson (Thomas Circle) students can attend School Without Walls at Francis-Stevens (West End/Dupont). SIGN UP TO SERVE ON THE CHANCELLOR'S PARENT CABINET The application process has opened for a second group of parents to serve as advisers to the DC Public Schools Chancellor, beginning March 2015. Applications may be sent online or on paper. For an overview of the Parent Cabinet as well as all application materials, http://dcps.dc.gov/DCPS/Parents+and+Community/Chancello rs+Parent+Cabinet. All applications must be submitted by January 20, 2015 at 11:59 p.m.

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Saturday January 17 through Tuesday January 20 Rock Creek Conservancy is celebrating the MLK National Day of Service with events at 18 locations throughout Rock Creek. As part of the 125th Anniversary of Rock Creek Park, Rock Creek Conservancy is celebrating for an entire weekend.

Volunteer activities include (1) cutting invasive English ivy from trees as part of the Conservancy’s initiative to protect the Rock Creek tree canopy; (2) cutting invasive vines such as Porcelainberry and Oriental Bittersweet so natives can grow in the park, and (3)cleaning up trash that has accumulated along streams. For more information, visit rockcreekconservancy.org and revitalize the lands and waters of Rock Creek.

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Behold a green space, joyous with birdsong, calm and restoring, even in winter. Happy New Year from DCCA

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The Ingleside retirement community’s bid to expand and modernize facilities on Military Road got a warm reception at the D.C. Board of Zoning Adjustment Tuesday. But a late snag will delay the board’s vote on the case until March 10. An official from the Carnegie Institution for Science, which sits just to the south of the retirement community, said Ingleside had previously downplayed concerns that prolonged construction could damage sensitive scientific equipment. Now, said Richard Carlson, director of Carnegie’s Department of Terrestrial Magnetism, both institutions need six weeks to conduct vibration studies to determine the extent of the risk and ways to mitigate it. Carnegie uses equipment on its periphery to study earthquakes and volcanic activity, for example,

and strong vibrations could jeopardize not only the instruments but also grant funding for the experiments, and service contracts for the equipment, he said. Christopher Collins, Carnegie’s attorney, said such damage would constitute an “adverse impact� on adjacent property, which is forbidden in the zoning code. But Collins said he believed an agreement is possible given more time. Ingleside’s attorney agreed. “We did underestimate the magnitude of the issue, but we’ve made a commitment� to address it, attorney Allison Prince said. She said Ingleside has already retained a consultant for advice on Carnegie’s concerns, but cautioned another hearing may be needed. Management of the nonprofit Ingleside wants to replace two outdated buildings with a more modern — and taller — health center and assisted living building, expanding

the number of housing units both to accommodate demand and to bolster the facility’s financial base. The initial proposal was met with strong opposition from nearby residents, who feared continuing institutional expansion into the residential neighborhood and disruption from construction initially estimated to last five years. But Ingleside officials agreed to lop a floor off both of the two planned buildings, condense the construction into about 30 months, and drop plans for a new driveway onto Military Road. A comprehensive agreement worked out by the Chevy Chase advisory neighborhood commission in December, with strict conditions on both construction and continuing operations, seemed to the dissolve most of the concerns. Chair Randy Speck called the agreement “a model for how communities and developers� can achieve consensus.

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A new interior landmark nomination could complicate already tangled landlord-tenant negotiations at Sedgwick Gardens, a lavishly ornamented but aging Connecticut Avenue apartment building where water pipes, electric lines and other building systems need repair. The Cleveland Park Historical Society and Art Deco Society of Washington filed the application in late December to cover both the exterior of the 1932 building at 3726 Connecticut Ave. and also the “exuberantly� decorated main lobby, elevator lobbies and corridors. Interior nominations are rare, with only about 15 buildings in the city enjoying interior protections. “The level of craftsmanship is worth saving,� said Steve Knight of the Art Deco group, calling the lobby “a masterpiece — over the top.� Preserving the space, Knight said, “doesn’t preclude doing needed work. Things obviously need to be fixed. It just requires a higher level of care.� The nomination came as a surprise to DARO Management Services, whose parent company has owned the building — designed by noted local architect Mihran Mesrobian — since 1958. The firm is planning major renovations to address some serious infrastructure problems, president Carissa Barry said in an interview. “We were caught off guard,� she said. “We’re working with the historians on what is original, and what can be saved,� Barry said. “We too care very much about the architecture, but the building infrastructure needs work.� The landmark process could potentially delay renovations or boost costs, she said. “We don’t want a confrontational situation, but this throws a little bit of a monkey wrench.� But Gwen Wright, a preservation expert who volunteers with the historical society, said landmarking could make the building eligible for federal preservation tax credits to help cover renovation costs, and also boost its overall value. Changes to the exterior of the building already require approval by the D.C. Historic Preservation Review Board because it lies within the Cleveland Park Historic District. But during a recent tour, Wright said, she was “blown away� by the elegance and elaborate ornamentation of the building’s interior, yet also alarmed by cracking plaster and other signs of deterioration. “We worried that it was not well maintained,� and suggested an interior nomination might help. “Yes, it does require a little more effort� to preserve historic features while renovating, Wright said. “But the

reality is, these [historic] apartments are really unique and highly desirable. If they really made an effort [to preserve historic features], that would be a great selling point.� The nomination is causing some consternation in the tenants association, which is already involved in litigation challenging whether a recent change of ownership has triggered the District’s “Tenant Opportunity to Purchase� law, which would entitle tenants to purchase the building, or give them leverage to negotiate for improvements and rent limits for current residents. “This building is very old, and previous owners really let it go,� said tenants association president Jeff Quigley. He said water gets shut off frequently because of pipe problems, while electricity can be erratic because that system hasn’t been upgraded. “My hope is that any [landmarking] would not substantially raise the cost,� of renovations, or justify hiking rents on existing tenants, Quigley said. “Historic preservation is important, but our top priority is to ensure basic services.� Both Quigley and DARO president Barry said needed renovation work is delicate because some pipes and electric lines run through the highly ornamented columns in the building’s main lobby. Barry said pipes within the columns are leaking, resulting in cracks in the faux plaster ornamentation. But pipes and electric lines are not the focus of the landmark nomination, penned by architectural historians Sally Berk and Caroline Mesrobian Hickman, granddaughter of the architect. Their nomination describes in detail the five-story building, with its distinctive portecochere and “elaborate, eclectic lobby,� displaying “creative uses of Byzantine, Romanesque, Moorish, and Art Deco motifs.� Sedgwick Gardens, they write, is “one of the most distinctive apartment houses in the city of Washington.� The building itself also helps illustrate the march of luxury apartment buildings up Connecticut Avenue after World War I, with doormen, valets to park cars in a heated basement garage, secretarial services and elevator operators employed to coddle its prestigious residents. The main lobby, with its interior fountain, skylit court, intimate niches and many columns and piers, is densely ornamented. The nomination describes statues and carvings of nude women, stylized griffins, horned grotesques, unclothed Native Americans and fruited vines — what one reviewer described as “almost barbaric splendor.� Corridors still lined by solid birch apartment doors with ebony inlay and louvers that provided ventilation to many of the original 117 apartments are also part of the nomination.

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What is GRASTEK? GRASTEK is a prescription medicine used for sublingual (under the tongue) immunotherapy to treat Timothy and related grass pollen allergies that can cause sneezing, runny or itchy nose, stuffy or congested nose, or itchy and watery eyes. GRASTEK may be prescribed for persons 5 through 65 years of age who are allergic to grass pollen. GRASTEK is taken for about 12 weeks before grass pollen season and throughout grass pollen season. GRASTEK may also be taken daily for 3 years to provide a sustained effect for a fourth year in which you do not have to take GRASTEK. GRASTEK is NOT a medication that gives immediate relief for symptoms of grass allergy. Who should not take GRASTEK? You or your child should not take GRASTEK if: • You or your child has severe, unstable or uncontrolled asthma • You or your child had a severe allergic reaction in the past that included any of these symptoms: o Trouble breathing o Dizziness or fainting o Rapid or weak heartbeat • You or your child has ever had difficulty with breathing due to swelling of the throat or upper airway after using any sublingual immunotherapy before. • You or your child has ever been diagnosed with eosinophilic esophagitis. • You or your child is allergic to any of the inactive ingredients contained in GRASTEK. The inactive ingredients contained in GRASTEK are: gelatin, mannitol and sodium hydroxide.

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symptoms of a serious allergic reaction. If you tolerate the first dose of GRASTEK, you or your child will continue GRASTEK therapy at home by taking one tablet every day. Children should be given each tablet of GRASTEK by an adult who will watch for any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction. Take GRASTEK as prescribed by your doctor until the end of the treatment course. If you forget to take GRASTEK, do not take a double dose. Take the next dose at your normal scheduled time the next day. If you miss more than one dose of GRASTEK, contact your healthcare provider before restarting. What are the possible side effects of GRASTEK? In children and adults, the most commonly reported side effects were itching of the mouth, lips, or tongue, swelling under the tongue, or throat irritation. These side effects, by themselves, were not dangerous or lifethreatening. GRASTEK can cause severe allergic reactions that may be life-threatening. Symptoms of allergic reactions to GRASTEK include: • Trouble breathing • Throat tightness or swelling • Trouble swallowing or speaking • Dizziness or fainting • Rapid or weak heartbeat • Severe stomach cramps or pain, vomiting, or diarrhea • Severe flushing or itching of the skin For additional information on the possible side effects of GRASTEK, talk with your doctor or pharmacist. You may report side effects to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.

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Executive Director’s Message

John M. Thompson, Ph.D., CPM, FAAMA, D.C. Office on Aging In this issue of the Spotlight on Aging, we will focus on volunteerism. According to the United Nations, “volunteerism is a powerful means of engaging people in tackling development challenges worldwide.” Such development challenges include inadequate or the lack of health and human services infrastructures in less developed countries and communities. In our communities here in Washington, D.C., there are numerous opportunities to shape development in ways that could improve the quality of life of fellow residents. One opportunity that I would like to present to you is the D.C. Office on Aging’s (DCOA) Ambassador Program. The purpose of

the Ambassador Program is to train citizens on all of the programs and services offered by the agency and those offered by other agencies that could help seniors, persons with disabilities, and family caregivers to improve their quality of life. By acquiring this knowledge, ambassadors are fully prepared to refer customers to the agency who could benefit from the array of services. Another program that may be of interest to you is our Intergenerational Program, which is a partnership between D.C. Public Schools (DCPS), Jump Start, and DCOA. Through this partnership, Jump Start trains senior volunteers interested in working with children in the Pre-K programs in

selected DCPS schools. According to research, there are mutual benefits for the seniors and the children when connected through intergenerational pr ograms. For seniors, it is an opportunity to combat social isolation as they are working in the school system. Moreover, it gives the seniors an opportunity to give back by contributing to a greater good of helping children while being a huge help to the teachers. For the children in intergenerational programs, studies show that they improve their social and academic skills, which means better success as they matriculate through the school system and interact with their peers. This is a win-win situation!

There are also volunteer opportunities available through the many senior villages in the District. Senior villages add tremendous value to the District as they are designed to help seniors with aging within their communities. As these seniors remain in their communities, senior villages provide them with assistance in accessing a variety of discounted or free resources. These resources include, but are not limited to, handyman services to fix a hot water heater, furnace, or light fixture; lawn service; transportation; companionship services; cooking; and light duty house cleaning. The services are discounted or free as a result of the generosity of community stakeholders willing to give

of their time and resources. As the number of seniors continues to grow, the demand for a number of these services will continue to rise in the District of Columbia. Consequently, there are plenty of opportunities for citizens to volunteer their time in a meaningful way. I trust that as you make your New Year resolutions that you would seriously consider an opportunity to join me in serving our fellow citizens. If interested, please contact us at 202-724-5622 to learn more about our volunteer programs. I am confident that once you get connected through volunteerism, you will see how you are making a tremendous impact in our communities. ~

Community EvEnts CalEndar JANUARY EvENts 6th • 12 pm

Next D.C. Caregivers Online Chat at Noon. visit www.dcoa.dc.gov for logon information. For more information contact linda Irizarry at 202-535-1442 or linda.irizarry@dc.gov

7th • 9 am

The Seabury - Ward 5 Advisory Council Meeting will be held at 2900 Newton Street, Ne. For more information please contact Thelma hines (202) 529-8701

7th • 7 pm – 8:45 pm

The North Michigan Park Civic Association will hold their monthly meeting at North Michigan Park recreation Center, 1333 emerson Street, Ne. DCOA will be

there and will provide information on our programs and services. For more information, contact grace lewis at 202-526-7696

10th • 9 am – 5 pm

DCOA will be exhibiting at the NBC 4 health and Fitness expo, Washington Convention Center, 801 Mt. vernon Place, NW. Stop by and get some great information and giveaways!

11th • 9 am – 4 pm

DCOA will be exhibiting on ay 2 of the NBC 4 health and Fitness expo, Washington Convention Center, 801 Mt. vernon Place, NW. Stop by and get some great information and giveaways!

15th • 10 am – 12 pm

The next DCOA Ambassador Training will

be held at DCOA, 500 K Street, Ne. If you are interested in making a difference in your community, and connecting us with persons who are age 60 and older or persons 18 and older living with a disability, register to attend by calling 202-724-5622 or email Darlene.nowlin@dc.gov.

15th • 10 am – 12 pm

Join the Ward 4 Mini Commission on Aging at its monthly meeting held at the Fourth District Police Precinct, 6001 georgia Avenue, NW.

15th • 11:30 am

The Center for the Blind and visually Impaired Town hall Meeting will be held at 2900 Newton Street, Ne. For more information please call Thelma hines (202) 529-8701

20th • 12 pm

Next D.C. Caregivers Online Chat at Noon. visit www.dcoa.dc.gov for logon information. For more information contact linda Irizarry at 202-535-1442 or linda.irizarry@dc.gov

21st • 10:30 am

Ward 5 Mini Commissioner’s Meeting will be held at 2900 Newton Street, Ne. For more information call Thelma hines (202) 529-8701.

21st • 12:45 pm – 2 pm

The Southwest Waterfront AArP Chapter Noon luncheon with Special guestJohn M. Thompson, Ph.D., CPM, FAAMA at river Park Community room, 1311 Delaware Avenue, SW. Contact: Dr. Betty Jean Tolbert Jones (202) 554-0901 for more information.

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CHEVY CHASE, MD

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$2,575,000

GEORGETOWN, DC

$1,850,000

WASHINGTON, DC

$1,700,000

BETHESDA, MD

$1,700,000

Exceptional Chevy Chase Village historic home beautifully updated throughout. Elegant, spacious interiors include state-of-the-art gourmet chef’s kitchen, lovely family room, grand master suite and much more! Gorgeous west side setting! Miller Spring Valley Office 202.362.1300

This stunning 4BR & 3.5BA city home has been renovated & restored perfectly for today’s discerning buyers. Double parlor, sun-filled kitchen w/family room, 5 FPs, and a sumptuous owner’s suite. Located just blocks to all the delights of Georgetown! Peggy Ferris 202.438.1524 / 202.364.1300 (O)

Gracious spaces and flow afford easy living and entertaining in this 4BR, 6.5BA home. Large kitchen, fireplaces, media room and garage. Mary Jane Molik 202.669.4689 / 202.966.1400 (O)

Perfectly located in Brookmont. Custom 7BR, 6BA home features 2-story beamed ceilings, flr-toceiling walls of glass overlooking stream & parkland, gourmet kitchen opening to fam/great rm, 1st flr MBR w/His & Her BA. Self-contained private in-law suite. Molly Peter 202.345.6942 / 202.364.1300 (O)

BETHESDA, MD

KENT, DC

ARLINGTON, VA

ROCKVILLE, MD

$1,625,000

$1,324,900

$1,200,000

$1,100,000

Beautifully renovated spacious 6BR, 5.5BA house near the towpath & Glen Echo Park. Lovely living & dining rooms, 2 studies. Bright open kitchen. 2 Family rooms. Au-pair suite. Entertaining deck & backyard. Parking! Sarah Howard 703.862.7181 / 202.944.8400 (O)

This contemporary Arts & Crafts gem features large dining room, Juliet balconies, soaring cathedral ceilings, impressive MBR w/views & LL au pair suite with full second kitchen & BR. Off-street parking. ¼ acre of professional landscaping. The Waxman Team 202.309.5895 / 202.483.6300 (O)

TURNBERRY TOWER! NEW YEAR! NEW PRICE! This rarely available 2BR, 2BA residence is luxury living at its best! Spectacular views of the Potomac River, Washington Monument and Georgetown. Parking additional! Salley Widmayer 202.215.6174 / 202.944.8400 (O)

Exquisite Penthouse minutes to Metro! 2BR, 2.5BA with family room. Formal dining room & living room w/fireplace, custom built-ins throughout, balcony w/wooded views, 2-car parking. A rare find!

BETHESDA, MD

MCLEAN, VA

BRIGHTWOOD, DC

COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, DC

$925,000

Delightful Colonial, ideal close-in location. Living room w/fireplace, dining room, enlarged kitchen, den, powder room, second floor 3BR, 2BA, impeccable move-in condition. Miller Bethesda Office

SHEPHERD PARK, DC

301.299.4000

$715,000

Charming 4BR, 3BA Tudor with new 2-zone HVAC, dishwasher, newer windows, sunroom, separate dining room. Make your dream kitchen; attic bedroom can be a private hideaway! TheChampionCollection.com. Denise Champion 202.215.9242 / 202.363.9700 (O)

$889,999

$759,000

Miller Bethesda Office

301.299.4000

$739,900

Fabulous renovation! 4-5BR, 4BA, sleek + open, Liv Rm w/FP, Din Rm, Fam Rm, Rec Rm, gourmet Kit, marble counters, ebony HWFs, marble BAs, high ceilings, garage, huge landscaped corner lot. Perfect location near new Metro, McLean, Tysons. Miller Spring Valley Office 202.362.1300

Remarkable renovation on this 4BR, 3.5BA, 2,700 SF home with charming front porch, living room with gas log fireplace, separate dining room and gourmet granite/stainless steel kitchen with 2 breakfast bars! So much more! Friendship Heights Office 202.364.5200

Pristine 4-story, 4BR, 2.5BA home is updated & includes 4-car parking. Gourmet kitchen w/ SS appliances, wood floors, generous room sizes, exposed brick bsmt w/sep entrance. Backyard w/large patio! Excellent location close to shops, stores & transportation. Friendship Heights Office 202.364.5200

WOODLEY PARK, DC

$494,500

COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, DC $379K–$649K

PETWORTH, DC

2BR, 2BA Condo with unique semi-private entrance. Living room, dining room, kitchen with granite and custom cabinets. Near Metro, shops and restaurants. 24-hr desk, fitness, roof deck.

6 stunning, all-new 1 & 2 BR TH condos flooded w/ light and custom finishes! Gourmet kitchens w/SS appliances and custom stone counters, hardwood floors, high ceilings, recessed lighting, W/D, decks, and so much more! 5 min to Metro! Roby Thompson 202.255.2986 / 202.483.6300 (O)

New on Market! Front-Facing, sun-filled one bedroom (574 sq ft) with all the bells & whistles: granite counters, SS appliances, wood floors and washer & dryer in unit! FHA approved! Pet Friendly! Low condo fee. TheChampionCollection.com. Denise Champion 202.215.9242 / 202.363.9700 (O)

Ingrid Suisman 202.257.9492 / 203.363.1800 (O)

$225,000

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Southern exposure, chic upgrades shine in Forest Hills

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nue and Davenport Street. Its dramatic main entrance is adorned with limestone arches and decorative lintels, with a semicircular cobblestoned driveway carved out from the T-shaped parcel. The lobby is just as elegant, with soaring ceilings accented by cast plaster shapes. Along the mezzanine level is a twin set of carved walnut staircases and matching balustrades. Several residences within 4707 Connecticut Ave. boast sunwashed units thanks to multiple bright windows. In particular, a brand-new listing on the fifth floor facing the avenue offers rich southern exposure enhanced by stylish upgrades throughout. Longtime owner Jenny Kuhlmann takes full responsibility for these improvements. Throughout her 16 years at Unit 504, she has spruced up the condo to befit contemporary living. The one-bed-

room, one-bath home is offered for $429,900 with a monthly homeowner’s fee of $545. A cozy hallway is the first introduction to this 1,000-squarefoot-dwelling, covered with oak flooring throughout. Although it separates a bedroom suite and common areas, the hall also functions as a built-in display of sorts with its bank of bookcases — marked with Tudor-inspired arches — that continue into the living room. This area seamlessly links to a solarium, which has been outfitted with solar protection film. The light-filled space has served as an office with scenic aerial views, and it features a simple yet fashionable shelving unit. The gourmet kitchen stands out as the home’s centerpiece. Kuhlmann carefully fashioned it herself with the help of a designer who happens to be her sister. A roomy cooking triangle and two entry points lend to the room’s smooth flow. A frosted paneled pocket door,

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This one-bedroom condo unit in one of Connecticut Avenue’s grand buildings is priced at $429,900. close to the hall, slides open to face a high-end stainless steel stove and oven paired with a Miele range hood. The kitchen also boasts Leicht cabinetry with a warm maple veneer, offering clever nooks and crannies for knives, sponges and heavier kitchen goodies, as well as an appliance garage and a bottom cabinet that expands to offer more storage. The door of the Miele dishwasher blends in naturally with the cabinets. An oversized Jenn-Air stainless steel refrigerator, a slim glass display shelf, Italian-imported accent lighting and gray porcelain floors enhance the home’s luxury motif, while the glass-tile backsplash pro-

Selling The Area’s Finest Properties

Luxury & Style

Bethesda, MD. New classic elegance in Greenwich Forest. Superb culinary center & designer appointments. 5 BRs, 4 BAs. Attached 2 car garage. $2,395,000

Eric Murtagh 301-652-8971

Stately & Charming

Chevy Chase, MD Grand style so close in. Exciting floor plan w/bright open spaces on 4 levels. Pristine condition. 6 BRs, 4.5 BAs Picturesque street short stroll to dwntwn Bethesda, Crescent Trail. $1,860,000

Eric Murtagh 301-652-8971Â

vides an artsy element to the room. Black granite counters connect to a two-seat breakfast nook next to the dining area. This bright section has a removable corner banquette with custom-made gray cushions. There’s a much wider opening here to the living room, lending to the common area’s natural flow. The bedroom, linen closets and bathroom are all nestled behind a door at the end of the hall. Wellappointed elements in the bathroom include an air-jet tub and a large vanity covered with marble

and featuring espresso-hued cabinets. Carrara marble floors and towel racks can also be heated. The sleeping quarters also receive plenty of southern exposure. The room features two closets, along with original warm-hued doors and hardware. Located at 4707 Connecticut Ave., the one-bedroom and onebath Unit 504 is offered for $429,900 with monthly fees of $545. For details on this property, contact Long & Foster Real Estate’s Brent Councill at 202-8414602 or brent@longandfoster.com.

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Graceful Spaces

Kenwood. Updated & remodeled from top to bottom. Large home on quiet cul de sac backing to Kenwood Club. 6 BRs, 5 BAs. Two separate in-law suites. $1,795,000

Patricia Lore 301-908-1242 Ted Beverley 301-728-4338

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Alex Senehi 202-270-6134

Totally Charming

N. Bethesda, MD. Classic 3 level TH in serene community. 3 BRs, 3.5 BAs. Light filled w/soaring ceilings, 2 frpls. Tile floored kit w/granite. Private patio. $618,900

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Northwest Real Estate ANC 1C ANCMorgan 1c Adams ■adams morgan At the commission’s Jan. 7 meeting: ■commission chair Billy Simpson introduced newly elected commissioners JonMarc Buffa, Alan Gambrell and Hector Huezo. He reported that another newly elected commissioner, Samantha Hicks, will not be serving after all in single-member district 1C01 because she has moved to New York. ■commissioners voted 6-0, with Wilson Reynolds absent, to elect officers and assign committees. Officers are Billy Simpson, chair; Ted Guthrie, vice chair and secretary; and Alan Gambrell, treasurer. ■commissioners voted 6-0 to allow any member of the commission to represent it in proceedings before the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board. ■Ben Case, the new Ward 1 liaison from Mayor Muriel Bowser’s office, introduced himself and invited residents to contact him at ben. case@dc.gov or 202-285-9238. ■Tania Jackson introduced herself as the chief of staff for new Ward 1 D.C. Council member Brianne Nadeau, and Claudia Barahona introduced herself as Nadeau’s constituent services director. Barahona can be reached at cbarahona@ dccouncil.us or 202-724-0483. Jackson also reported that Nadeau will continue to host “coffee talks� with constituents around the ward, as she did while running for office.

■Robert Robinson of the Grid 2.0 Working Group discussed his organization’s concerns with the planned merger of Pepco and Exelon, and encouraged the commission to devote more time to the issue at a future meeting. ■commissioner Ted Guthrie reported that some 18th Street establishments are planning to participate in a citywide St. Patrick’s Day pub crawl that will last from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. The commission’s committee on alcohol issues will discuss the issue in more detail, Guthrie said. ■commissioners voted 5-0, with Gabriela Mossi abstaining and Wilson Reynolds absent, to oppose a rear addition at 2719 Ontario Road, saying there were no special circumstances that would justify the addition and that it would set a bad precedent for the neighborhood. The homeowner said he needs to expand his kitchen and would like to have more space for his children above it, and that he would likely have to move away if the addition is denied. “I think you’ve eliminated another family by not giving us the freedom to do what we want with our house,� he said after the vote. ■commissioners voted 6-0, with Wilson Reynolds absent, to support development restrictions proposed by the D.C. Office of Planning for R-4 row house zones, aimed at curbing “pop-up� apartment projects. ■commissioners voted 6-0 to endorse a series of recommendations regarding rooftop penthouses:

to allow only one story of human occupancy, to require a 1-to-1 setback from the edge of the roof, to limit occupancy to a third of the total roof area, and to count penthouse area toward density restrictions. ■commissioners voted 6-0 to protest a liquor license application for Risky Ventures, a small preparedfood shop proposed at 1824 Columbia Road, while they work out a settlement agreement with the establishment. ■commissioners voted 6-0 to protest a liquor license application for Exotic Hookah Lounge, 2409 18th St., which didn’t respond to commissioners’ requests to discuss the license. The business went out of business a few months ago and a former manager is reopening it. ■Kristen Barden of the Adams Morgan Partnership Business Improvement District reported that two new neighborhood businesses have been well-received: Rise Gluten Free Bakery, 2409 18th St.; and Bul, a Korean restaurant at 2431 18th St. The commission will meet at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 4, at Mary’s Center, 2355 Ontario Road NW. For details, call 202-332-2630 or visit anc1c.org. ANC 2A ANCBottom 2A Foggy

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The commission will hold its next meeting at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21, in Room 103, Funger Hall, George Washington University, 2201 G St. NW. Agenda items include: â– election of officers. â– community forum, including public safety report and govern-

ment reports. ■consideration of a resolution regarding litigation over noise issues at the Avenue, 2201 I St. ■update and discussion on the proposed Kennedy Center expansion project and concerns relating to bus parking and the planned river pavilion. ■discussion of recent incidents involving McFadden’s and Heritage India/The Zanzibar. ■consideration of an Alcoholic Beverage Control application for a new CR license for West Wing Cafe, 2400 M St. ■update on traffic conditions at Washington Circle. ■update on crosswalk configuration at the intersection of New Hampshire Avenue, 22nd Street and L Street. ■discussion of parking configuration and signage requests around the 1000 block of 25th Street and the 2400 block of K Street. ■request by FreshFarm Markets for a letter of support to stage the Foggy Bottom market in 2015. ■consideration of a public space application for a new curb cut at 2000 L St. ■consideration of an application by JBG Cos. for a curb cut related to a larger project at 1900 N St. ■discussion of overnight construction noise at 2175 K St. ■consideration of a request for a letter of support by the Chris4Life Colon Cancer Foundation in order to stage the 10th annual Scope It Out 5K on Sunday, March 22. For details, visit anc2a.org. ANC 2B ANCCircle 2B Dupont ■dupont circle The commission will meet at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 14, at the

Exceptional Residence Coming Soon in One of DC’s Finest Boutique Buildings

4707 CONNECTICUT AVE, NW #504 Sophisticated, sunny and spacious, this superior 1BR/1BA condo is elevated to a new level of living with premium fixtures and finishes. Its space plan features an entry hall, large living room, sunroom/den, open dining/ kitchen, generous main bedroom and sumptuous spa bath. Rich wood floors and period details are tastefully mixed with modern custom finishes, fixtures and design. A contemporary open kitchen and dining area feature cabinetry by Leicht, appliances by Miele, Dacor & Jenn-Air and built-in banquette seating. A masterful spa bath boasts heated Carrara marble floors, BainUltra oversized air jet tub, Hansgrohe fixtures and integrated Bose sound. Offered at $429,900 this exceptional property sets a new standard for living on The Avenue.

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Brookings Institution, 1775 Massachusetts Ave. NW. Agenda items include: ■swearing in of advisory neighborhood commissioners by Ward 2 D.C. Council member Jack Evans. ■election of officers. ■announcements. ■discussion of city and Pepco response to the Jan. 6 neighborhood power outage. ■consideration of a request by FreshFarms Market on Vermont Avenue for a letter of support. ■update from Ronald Walton on behalf of the Sheehan family regarding the planned repurposing of a seven-story office building at 1255 22nd St. into approximately 80 apartments. ■discussion of the commission’s 2015 goals, priorities and committees. ■consideration of an Alcoholic Beverage Control application for a new DR license for Melt Shop, 1901 L St. (fast casual artisanal sandwiches, tater tots, soup, milkshakes, et cetera; about 30 seats inside and about 10 sidewalk cafe seats; hours, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily). ■consideration of a resolution for the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board to address recent violence at Heritage India/Zanzibar at 1901 Pennsylvania Ave. ■discussion of the West Dupont Moratorium Zone and the appointment of a working group. ■consideration of a resolution on prioritizing the reduction of noise from liquor-licensed establishments. ■consideration of a Historic Preservation Review Board application for significant alterations to the front, rear and side facades at 1330 Connecticut Ave., as well as the use of public space at the site. ■consideration of a Historic Preservation Review Board application at 1734 R St. ■consideration of a Board of Zoning Adjustment application at 1601 18th St. ■consideration of a Historic Preservation Review Board application at 2138 O St. ■commissioner and staff reports. For details, visit dupontcircleanc.net. ANC 2D ANC 2D Sheridan-Kalorama

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The commission will meet at 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 23, at Our Lady Queen of the Americas Church, California Street and Phelps Place NW. For details, visit anc2d.org or contact davidanc2d01@aol.com. ANC 2F ANCCircle 2F Logan â– logan circle The commission will meet at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 4, at Washington Plaza Hotel, 10 Thomas Circle NW. For details, call 202-667-0052 or visit anc2f.org.

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replacing the streetlights with new LEDs, installing a warning signal to alert drivers when pedestrians and cyclists seek to cross the Whitehurst Freeway exit, repainting the ornamental fence, and strengthening the barrier between cars and the sidewalk. Those changes will require the closure of each sidewalk on the bridge for 90 days (at different times). There will also be single-lane closures throughout the project’s duration, occurring only in “off-peak times� outside of rush hour, which Kenney said should have “very limited impacts.� The project is slated to last from May 2015 through May 2017, and to cost between $15 million and $30 million. Kenney emphasized that despite complaints about the Key Bridge’s complex intersection with M Street, this work covers only preservation and restoration of the bridge structure: “It’s not a traffic signal project — it’s strictly bridge funds for bridge rehab.� Neighborhood commissioners raised some concerns about the project. With traffic, they warned that Georgetown attracts visitors at many times outside the normal rush hour. “On weekends, especially during the

warmer weather, which is when you guys are starting, it’s not ‘off-peak’ here starting at noontimes,� said commissioner Bill Starrels. Starrels also asked the Transportation Department to provide traffic control officers at busy times when the sidewalk is closed, to help pedestrians cross the street at the M Street intersection. Kenney said that might be difficult because the officers are assigned to permanent locations, but some other type of help might be available. Commission chair Ron Lewis also raised concerns about the plans for LED lights. “Pay close attention to the light color value,� he told Kenney. “It will be that bright white,� replied Kenney. “It’s not mercury vapor — it will have a different character to it.� Lewis said the Transportation Department should consider Georgetown’s federally protected historic status and submit its proposals to the Old Georgetown Board, part of the U.S. Commission of Fine Arts. According to Lewis, the board should be consulted “on anything that changes the current visual appearance including lighting, because that is a very visible, iconic bridge and at night the lighting is basically what you see.�

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years. Jeffrey Larry, the cottage’s preservation manager and the project director, added in an email to The Current that the effort will provide “a platform for us to document, manage and present to the public future preservation projects.� The team is using a Leica C-10 3-D laser scanner, a $95,000 machine owned by Ithaca College that takes 50,000 readings per second by laser. It will scan the walls, floor and ceiling of each room, as well as the building’s exterior. Previous archaeological methods require taking measurements by hand, which is not only more time-consuming but also lacks the exactness of the laser, said Rodgers. The data could be used to help restore the building if a disaster like a flood or a repeat of the 2011 earthquake were to cause damage. “Instead of relying on photographs or notes, wouldn’t it be awesome to have this data? If a door were damaged, we could send the information to a mill shop and reproduce the door exactly,� said Rogers. The Ithaca team also plans to use the data to create an interactive virtual tour of the cottage as well as a video that would mimic visitors’ tour routes, providing access to the historic site for countless numbers of people who can’t visit in person. The research project fits in well with the ongoing historic preservation work at the site, where the staff is

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vide security. In a separate event in the early morning hours of Jan. 3, 35-year-old Joseph Ricardo Johnson of the District allegedly stabbed another man at The New Zanzibar Night Club at 1901 Pennsylvania Ave. The alcohol board ruled in a similar manner that there were not enough security personnel at the establishment and that bar employees acted improperly. Patrick Kennedy, chair of the Foggy Bottom/West End advisory neighborhood commission, said the incidents were troubling, but that they probably don’t point toward a widespread public safety problem. “The common denominator in these two cases is that when you don’t follow established security and throw caution to the wind, you’re really inviting disaster,� he said. The board suspended Zanzibar’s alcohol license along with that of Heritage India, a restaurant at the same location with the same ownership. Zanzibar has appealed the decision, and there will be a hearing on the matter before the alcohol board on Jan. 14. Neither Zanzibar nor McFadden’s responded to requests for comment for this article. McFadden’s was already set to close at the beginning of the year, and the alcohol board will rule at a hearing on Jan. 28 whether East Coast Saloons, the company that

owns the nightclub, can hold onto the valuable liquor license. Kennedy said the company should not retain it. “Nothing about the operation of that establishment showed they were even interested in being a responsible operator,� he said. Marina Streznewski, president of the Foggy Bottom Association, also pointed to the importance of following safety procedures at nightclubs like Zanzibar and McFadden’s. “Anyone who owns an establishment like these needs to be educated and prepared,� she said. “As a community we need to pay a little closer attention to this.� She added that McFadden’s, which catered especially to students, posed problems to the neighborhood before the violent incident. McFadden’s has been fined numerous times for selling alcohol to minors. “My understanding is that even before the stabbing, you’d have people out there in the street at night yelling and screaming,� she said. “I was very happy when I found out they were closed permanently.� Both Streznewski and Kennedy said they hope a full-service restaurant will replace McFadden’s — one “that’s responsible and receptive to the needs of the community,� said Kennedy. Kennedy added that the neighborhood commission will consider a response to the incidents at its meeting on Jan. 21.

always looking for ways to use technology, said Hilary Malson, a spokesperson for the cottage. “What resonates about the cottage is that this is where Lincoln and his family really lived as a family for five months at a time — to grieve Willie’s death, to have the space to think — and that space allowed Lincoln to develop the Emancipation Proclamation,� Malson said, referring to Lincoln’s son William, who died at age 11. “In order to understand Lincoln, you have to understand the cottage, which is a pivotal place in his presidency, and this project is helping us do that.� One challenge the research team encountered this week was cold weather. The group had planned to scan the interior public rooms and the cottage’s exterior, but the weather forced postponement of some of the exterior readings because the laser can’t operate in below-freezing temperatures. The team plans to return in warmer weather to complete those readings and also to scan interior areas not open to the public, such as the attic and basement. Rogers has worked on similar projects at historic sites in New York, including Old Fort Johnson. His interest in the Lincoln Cottage was sparked by his stepfather, a resident at the Armed Forces Retirement Home who is fascinated with Lincoln. His relative’s relationship with the cottage staff helped Rogers coordinate the partnership. Ithaca College funded the research trip, and two junior physics majors, Kevin Coldren and Evan Van de Wall, along with SUNY Cortland archaeology professor Scott Stull, make up the rest of the team.

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Spotlight on Schools Annunciation Catholic School

Every year, Annunciation Catholic School puts on a wonderful play portraying our dear lord Jesus’ birth. This year, we had all of that and even more! We focused more on the music and had an even better play. We had a new pianist who brought an energy into the room that was simply indescribable. All in all, the changes and old techniques paid off in the long run. Annunciation Catholic School put its best effort into it and it really showed. The 2014 Christmas play was a big hit for ACS and an even bigger accomplishment for the students. — Blain Beyene, sixth-grader

British School of Washington

Recently, we went to the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center, part of the Air and Space Museum. A long time ago the museum was a part of an airport. Now it houses all kinds of aeroplanes, even rockets and a real space shuttle. We went because we studied “Inventions that changed the world� and especially focused on aviation. My class took a tour with a guide from the museum. We saw lots of interesting planes, and even saw the Discovery Shuttle. Planes can be used for many different things — for example, military planes, migrating planes that help birds get to the South, and planes that carry people. The museum even had car-planes and boatplanes! Some planes are powered by fuel and engines, air or even pedal power. I loved learning about all the planes. My class enjoyed the tour, too. 
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er out of paper, with accurate folds. We each flew our gliders three times with a binder clip clipped to the front, center and on the back of the plane. We learnt that the clip on the front flew the best. With the position of the clip in the center, the glider flew a close second. Then, with the binder clip on the back of the plane, it began flying somersaults. My prediction was with the binder clip on the center of the glider, although the results were too close to determine a winner. It needs further experimenting. 
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Edmund Burke School

Bruno Mars said, “You can’t knock on opportunity’s door and not be ready.� Here at Burke, in our band program, John Howard, the band teacher and head of the music program, does an exceptional, outstanding job to prepare aspiring musicians for when they “knock on opportunity’s door.� In the band program, he not only teaches challenging music theory, but he instills the lessons by teaching songs, of the students’ choice (through democracy), that have the same type of theory that was taught. In sixth grade, the performing arts options — band, chorus and theater — are broken up into all three trimesters. To be in band, the basic requirements are to have two previous years of studying an instrument. In middle school (grades six through eight), the band classes are Diving In, Band 7 and Band 8. In high school, you need at

least two performing arts credits. There are eight bands in high school. In Band 8, we currently have four songs in our repertoire. We’re learning four more songs right now. The genres of these songs are rock, pop and country. This shows how diverse we are in selecting music. We, the students of band, go through rough patches throughout the year. There may be a time when we’ll be off key, out of tune or off beat. There’ll be times when we sound utterly terrible, but John gives time and dedication to make us sound much better. — Kelsey Coleman, eighth-grader

Hardy Middle School

Hardy brought back choir this year. So far the choir consists of sixth-, seventh- and eighth-graders singing different music pieces. They have worked on holiday-themed music to prepare for the school’s traditional holiday concert. Ms. Delaine and Ms. Bentley try to extend options for people’s comfortable singing ranges. Practicing for the December winter concert was fun, tiring and sometimes boring, but it paid off. The choir also performed for its next-door neighbor, Safeway, singing “Carol of the Bells� and “Silent Night,� along with other music performers from the school’s band, jazz band and orchestra. We came back from our vacation to exciting news: We are performing “Carol of the Bells� for the Ukrainian Ambassador on Ukrainian Food Day, Jan. 29. — Hannah Fabrigar, seventh-grader

Janney Elementary

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Signature to host Ellington students Students from Duke Ellington School of the Arts will present the world premiere of the play “Salat� on Saturday, Jan. 17, as part of the Signature in the Schools 20th Anniversary Festival. Signature Theatre has been working with high school students in Arlington County for two decades, with students presenting a new play each year. This year’s festival includes students from throughout the region, who will present four plays, all written by Signature in Schools playwright Joe Calarco. All shows will take place at 11 a.m. in Signature’s Max Theatre. Tickets, available at signature-theatre.org/sis-festival or 703-8209771, cost $5 for students and $10 for adults; festival passes cost $15 for students and $30 for adults. Bishop Ireton High School students will perform “Revolution� on Jan. 18; Oakton High School students will present “Image is Everything� on Jan. 24; and students from around the region will present “Aftershock� on Jan. 25. is like being on Janney cross-country? It is hard! But it is also fun because you can race other schools like Murch and Lafayette. Janney boys came in second citywide by one point! Janney girls came in third citywide. This is what coach Jeff had to say about the year: “For are first season we did good and it was a lot of fun and the runners had a lot of fun too.� We had 40 kids on our team! We also asked what was the hardest part. “Keeping everybody calm and having fun!� We asked the top boys runner, Matias, how he feels and what he could work on. “I felt good and awesome,� he said. “I need to work on keep on getting first. In the championship race it felt pretty good coming in second.� Seamus, the second-best runner on the team, thinks it felt pretty good coming in second for most of the season. He also felt pretty good coming in third. Sasha was the top girls runner. She was very happy and said that, “This is a very big moment in my life.� Ian was the only fourth-grader to get a medal! “I feel good because I improved on my time by a minute,� he said. Coach Lauren said that the season turned out better than we expected. Coach O’Connor said that she is proud of every student, and each one worked so hard. — Jack Kobil and Tomas Foxley, fourth-graders

Jewish Primary Day School of the Nation’s Capital

We are brothers who are in third and fourth grades at JPDS-NC, and we each have a pen pal in Israel. Over the break, we traveled to Israel with our family. We visited JPDS-NC’s sister school, Har Tuv, and got to spend time with our pen pals, Michael and Yonatan. We write letters to them in Hebrew. This was our first time meeting in person. When we got there, the school director greeted us and took us to the third-grade music class. “I was handed a recorder and was invited by the Israeli students to join them in playing ‘Mary Had a Little Lamb’! Then, we had a group art activity and made an alligator out of clay,� third-grader Noah reported.

He added, “I liked visiting the school and meeting Michael. He didn’t know English but I could talk to him in Hebrew.� Fourth-grader Gabriel said, “I went to the fourth-grade class. The students were excited to meet me and I was excited to meet them, especially Yonatan. I was asked to give the class an overview of American holidays, and then participated in their math lesson. They were all very nice. When the class celebrated the birthday of two students, they made sure that I received the first slice of cake. The visit was interesting and it helped me in school because our general studies unit now is about ‘Schools Around the World.’� — Noah Taylor, third-grader, and Gabriel Taylor, fourth-grader

Lafayette Elementary

Each year, many fifth-grade students across the country have feelings of both hope and worry for the upcoming year in middle school. We interviewed several of our fifthgrade classmates to find out their opinions on the major transition. Most of Lafayette’s fifth-graders will attend Deal next year and are hoping it will be a fun learning experience. Ellen: I am nervous about getting to class on time, though I am excited to be in a large space with closed classrooms. Esther: I am excited about new friends, teachers and learning experiences. I am nervous about not being able to make new friends. Justine: I am excited about new classes, but I am nervous about not being able to make new friends. John: I am excited to have more than two teachers, to be able to go places quickly, to go places myself and be in a larger building. I am not really nervous about anything at all. Natalie: I am not really nervous, but I am excited about being in a new school and that I will take public transportation. Mia: I am excited about getting to take a language and being in a larger school, though I am nervous about all the work. Soi: I am nervous about getting lost in such a big building and I am See Dispatches/Page 21

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Maret School

First in Math is a website to practice math online and try and earn as many points as you can. There is a game called “skill sets” and you have to try and get to 24 using only four numbers. There are eight skill sets with three games inside of them, and when you complete the three games you move onto the next skill set. Another game is called “the gym” where you have four choices between whole numbers, decimals, fractions and integers. You have to add, subtract, multiply or divide. It is a great way to practice your facts and you only go up to 12. On the top of your screen when you log in, there are options for home, goals, achievements, my team and rankings. Home gets you to the home page, and for goals, the computer sets goals for you and you can see if you made them. For achievement, you see what you have achieved and what you need to achieve. For my team, you can look at how many points you have earned for your team, or how many points your teammates have earned. Finally, in rankings you can see where you are ranked in your school, your state and nationally. — Jack Burton, third-grader

Our Lady of Victory School

On Jan. 6, my family and I celebrated the Epiphany — the arrival of the Three Kings or “El Dia de los Reyes Magos” in Bethlehem. My Epiphany is a mixture of cultures because my mother is from El Salvador and my dad is GreekLebanese. In my home we place the Three Kings in the nativity crèche on Jan. 6 because the Kings found, met and adored Jesus on that day and offered Him presents. My dad told us that in Greek Epiphany means “presence of God” and during Epiphany we eat a round Greek bread with a small gold-colored coin hidden inside. We cut the bread slowly and we each eat a slice. I was hoping to get the coin because I would have good luck and be a king or queen the whole year. At the same time I was scared to swallow the coin accidentally! — Rafael N., sixth-grader

Ross Elementary

We started off our week with a big “welcome back” and “happy new year” from everybody. We continued our Monday routine with the Fillmore Arts Center. Grade five started off its week with a visit to Sweetgreen. They are studying about recycling and composting. This will be the last class session. We are getting ready for our

yearly ski trip to Ski Liberty, on Feb. 12. Also, the fifth-graders continued to study crickets, principles of flight and barn owls with guest scientist Dr. Ken. To help with our study, our teacher Mr. Marcus had us using the scientific method, which included a lot of observing, predicting, experimenting, recording results and forming conclusions. In our library, Mr. Flanagan continued to read aloud the books “Because of Winn-Dixie” and “Skeleton Man.” With Readers’ Theater, we also got a chance to play different kinds of characters in the Aesop fables. To help us with our critical thinking skills, we read an article: “Family Sells House to Help the Hungry.” Then, we had to list the things we have or want that we might be able to give up and still have a “good life.” In the second grade, we had a lot of fun with writing poetry and the students selling their poems to each other using fake money. For our teachers, the poems were free. To finish out the week, the pre-K 3 and pre-K 4 took a field trip to Imagination Stage. — Ross students

St. Albans School

On Dec. 18, the entire school was welcomed to the Lessons and Carols event. This annual event is a spiritual celebration held in the National Cathedral. Each year, students and faculty members read “lessons” which convey significant messages or tell the story of the Nativity. In between these lessons students and members of the National Cathedral Choir sang and played instruments, which filled the Cathedral with sound. All in all, Lessons and Carols were a great success and a joy for all who went. Another exciting recent event was the yearly Lower School Christmas Pageant. In the pageant, students of Form II vestry were dressed up and assigned roles to play in the Nativity. Two teachers were Mary and Joseph, and the students played all other parts. The Form I and II French classes sang “Douce Nuit,” or “Silent Night,” in French to add to the excitement. As the boys return from winter break they are coming to the close of the first semester. The first semester in the Lower School this year has been a great one overall, and the boys have been very focused on achieving. This was the first semester with a new schedule, and there were no athletic fields, but the students coped with this very well and quickly adjusted, knowing it is all for the better. — Jonathan Merril, Form II (eighth-grader)

Sheridan School

Sheridan School’s first assembly back from break was a demonstration by StepAfrika. Performers stepdanced even though they didn’t have any music. To get our attention they made us put our elbows up and out to our sides, say “Huh!” really loud, and then we had to be silent for three seconds. They told us that

is part of the step-dancing culture and discipline. They taught us a few steps, too. For example, stepping side to side is the march. And when you put one hand up and make a blade with your fingers, it’s called the blade. The also showed us how to make percussion sounds with our bodies and our mouths. They danced really fast. They told us the history of step-dancing. One dance started because miners in South Africa were not allowed to talk so they

Wednesday, January 14, 2015 would slap their boots to communicate. Now those movements are a type of step-dancing. Even though it started with African-American college students in United States, it is now a dance anybody can do. — Melanie Breslin, third-grader

Sidwell Friends School

When we came back from winter break there were new desks in our classroom. These desks are made by Ergotron and are called Learn Fit. With the simple use of a

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hand lever each student can adjust what height the desktop should be. Attached to the desk there is a little bucket where you can store your belongings. The desk also has wheels so it can move to different places around the room, and you push down a little lever that is on the wheel to lock it in place. We think the desks are very fun to use and extremely convenient for everyday classroom uses. — Alden Zhang and Sophie Steel, fifth-graders

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Wednesday january 14 Classes and workshops ■Tai chi master Nick Gracenin will present “Spacious Mind, Body and Spirit: An Evening of Tai Chi,� focusing on themes of expansiveness, immediacy and insight. 7 p.m. Free. Washington National Cathedral, Massachusetts and Wisconsin avenues NW. nationalcathedral.org. ■The Vajrayogini Buddhist Center will host a class on meditation. 7 to 8:30 p.m. $12. Vajrayogini Buddhist Center, 1787 Columbia Road NW. 202-986-2257. ■Steven Glazer, rabbi emeritus at Beth Emeth Congegation in Herndon, Va., and an adjunct professor at George Washington University, will lead a Jewish Study Center class on “Caring for Caregivers Jewishly.� 7 to 8:15 p.m. $14 to $20. Adas Israel Congregation, 2850 Quebec St. NW. jewishstudycenter.org. ■The Jewish Study Center will begin a three-week class on “Global Jewish Cultures on Three Continents� with a session on Sweden. 7 to 8:25 p.m. $15 to $20 per session; $40 to $55 for the full course. Adas Israel Congregation, 2850 Quebec St. NW. jewishstudycenter.org. The class will continue Jan. 21 and 28. ■The Parent Encouragement Program will begin an eight-week class on “Parenting Preschoolers,� which teaches parents to set limits and solve behavior problems calmly and consistently. 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. $225. Lowell School, 1640 Kalmia Road NW. 301-929-8824. Concerts ■The drum and bass trio Jungle Funk — featuring vocalist Vinx with Living Colour bandmates Will Calhoun and Doug Wimbish — will perform. 6 p.m. Free. Millennium Stage, Kennedy Center. 202467-4600. ■Vocal Arts DC will present tenor Matthew Polenzani and pianist Julius Drake performing works by Beethoven, Liszt, Ravel, Satie and Barber. 7:30 p.m. $50. Terrace Theater, Kennedy Center. 202-467-4600. ■The Delafield String Band will host a bluegrass jam. 8 to 11 p.m. Free. Reading Room, Petworth Citizen, 829 Upshur St. NW. petworthcitizen.com. Discussions and lectures ■Former ambassador Bill Luers, veteran intelligence officer Paul Pillar and

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Events Entertainment journalist Robin Wright will discuss the current status of nuclear negotiations with Iran and the prospects for their success. 4:30 to 6 p.m. Free; reservations required. Mortara Building, Georgetown University, 3600 N St. NW. iranproject.eventbrite.com. ■American University professor Carl LeVan will discuss his book “Dictators and Democracy in African Development: The Political Economy of Good Governance in Nigeria.� 6 to 8 p.m. Free; reservations required. Abramson Family Founders Room, School of International Service Building, American University, Nebraska and New Mexico avenues NW. american.edu/sis/events. ■J.D. Dickey will discuss his book “Empire of Mud: The Secret History of Washington, DC.� 6:30 p.m. Free. Kramerbooks & Afterwords Cafe, 1517 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202-387-1400. ■Howard Dodson, director of the Moorland-Spingarn Research Center and Howard University Libraries, will discuss how Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. inspired him to dedicate his professional life to the preservation and dissemination of African-American history and culture. 6:30 p.m. Free. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library, 901 G St. NW. 202-727-0321. ■In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, D.C. Attorney General Karl Racine will discuss “The State of U.S. Race Relations: Improved or Worsened?� 6:30 p.m. Free. Capitol View Library, 5001 Central Ave. SE. 202-645-0755. ■S. Floyd Mori will discuss his book “The Japanese American Story.� 6:30 p.m. Free. Reiter’s Books, 1900 G St. NW. 202-223-3327. ■Ralph Nurnberger, professor of international relations at Georgetown University, will discuss “Rasputin: The Man Who Wouldn’t Die.� 6:45 to 8:45 p.m. $30 to $42. S. Dillon Ripley Center, 1100 Jefferson Drive SW. 202-633-3030. ■Stewart O’Nan will discuss his book “West of Sunset.� 7 p.m. Free. Politics and Prose, 5015 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202-364-1919. ■Susan Kuklin will discuss her book “Beyond Magenta: Transgender Teens Speak Out� (for ages 15 and older). 7 p.m. Free. Children & Teens Department,

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Politics and Prose, 5015 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202-364-1919. ■The Tenley-Friendship Library and the group Friends of the Tenley-Friendship Library will present a book talk by Scott Einberger, author of “A History of Rock Creek Park: Wilderness and Washington, D.C.� 7 p.m. Free. Tenley-Friendship Library, 4450 Wisconsin Ave. NW. 202-727-1488. Films ■Independent curator Bruce Posner will introduce a screening of the 1981 film “Moana With Sound,� about life on the Samoan island of Savai’i. 7 p.m. Free. McGowan Theater, National Archives Building, Constitution Avenue between 7th and 9th streets NW. 202-357-5000. ■The “Film in Focus� series will feature “Led Zeppelin Played Here,� about the enduring legend that the iconic rock band played the Wheaton Youth Center on Georgia Avenue in front of 50 confused teenagers in January 1969. A postscreening Q&A will feature director Jeff Krulik, a local resident. 8 p.m. $6.50 to $11.75. Avalon Theatre, 5612 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202-966-6000. Performances ■Improv comedy troupe Press Play will present a night of comedy and storytelling. 7:30 p.m. $8 to $10. District of Columbia Arts Center, 2438 18th St. NW. 202-462-7833. ■George Yamazawa Jr. will host an open mic poetry event. 9 to 11 p.m. $5. Cullen Room, Busboys and Poets, 1025 5th St. NW. 202-789-2227. Special event ■“Architects for Animals: Giving Shelter� will feature a display of outdoor shelters for community cats constructed by architectural firms, along with complimentary sips and bites. Proceeds will benefit the Washington Humane Society’s Cat Neighborhood Partnership Program. 6 to 8 p.m. $25. American Institute of Architects, 1735 New York Ave. NW. washhumane.org/AFA2015. ■The National Portrait Gallery’s monthly Pop Quiz trivia night will highlight the museum’s collection of original Time magazine cover art from the 1960s. 6:30 p.m. Free. Kogod Courtyard, National Portrait Gallery, 8th and F streets NW. 202633-1000. Sporting event ■The Washington Capitals will play

Wednesday, january 14 ■Concert: The Institute of Musical Traditions will present singer-songwriters Allison Shapira and Kipyn Martin in a tribute concert to Joan Baez and Joni Mitchell. 7:30 p.m. $15 to $20. Seekers Church, 276 Carroll St. NW. 301-960-3655. the Philadelphia Flyers. 8 p.m. $45 to $570. Verizon Center, 601 F St. NW. 800745-3000. Thursday, Jan. 15 Thursday january 15 Classes ■The Very Rev. Gary Hall, dean of Washington National Cathedral, and Daniel G. Zemel, senior rabbi at Temple Micah, will open a four-session course on “Looking for God in Washington DC: A Priest and a Rabbi Search Together.� 7:30 p.m. Free; reservations required. Perry Auditorium, Washington National Cathedral, Massachusetts and Wisconsin avenues NW. kidd@templemicah.org. The course will continue Jan. 22, Jan. 29 and Feb. 5. ■The Rev. Rob Banaszak will lead a workshop on “The Microphone: Inspirational Public Speaking.� 7:30 p.m. $22 per session. Institute for Spiritual Development, 5419 Sherier Place NW. isd-dc.org. The workshop will repeat Jan. 22 and 29. Concerts ■The Take 5! Jazz Series will feature saxophonist Antonio Parker, trumpeter Tom Williams, pianist Allyn Johnson, bassist Herman Burney and drummer Harold Summey performing the music of alto saxophonist and composer Charlie “Bird� Parker. 5 to 7 p.m. Free. Kogod Courtyard, Smithsonian American Art Museum, 8th and G streets NW. 202-633-1000. ■The National Symphony Orchestra

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Youth Fellows program will present solo performances by violinist Sean Lim, cellist Naenah Jeon, clarinetist Hannah Conn and horn player Nathaniel Silberschlag. 6 p.m. Free. Millennium Stage, Kennedy Center. 202-467-4600. â– The Cathedra choir will present “The Cosmography of the Spheres,â€? featuring baroque composer Henry Purcell’s dramatic works “Dido and Aeneasâ€? and “Saul and the Witch of Endor.â€? 7 p.m. Free. Washington National Cathedral, Massachusetts and Wisconsin avenues NW. nationalcathedral.org. â– The National Symphony Orchestra and pianist Tzimon Barto will perform works by Rihm, Berlioz and DvorĂĄk. 7 p.m. $10 to $85. Concert Hall, Kennedy Center. 202-467-4600. The performance will repeat Saturday at 8 p.m. â– The Mallett Brothers and singersongwriter Brock Butler will perform. 8:30 p.m. $10 to $12. Gypsy Sally’s, 3401 K St. NW. gypsysallys.com. Discussions and lectures â– The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at American University will present a talk on “When Will ‘Never Again’ Mean ‘Never Again’?â€? by Mark Schneider, senior vice president of the International Crisis Group and a former U.S. State Department official. 10 to 11:50 a.m. Free. Abramson Family Recital Hall, Katzen Arts Center, American University, 4400 Massachusetts Ave. NW. 202-895-4860. â– Textile Museum trustee and collector Wendel Swan will discuss “Swedish Folk Weavings (1750-1850).â€? Noon. Free. George Washington University Museum/ Textile Museum, 701 21st St. NW. 202994-5200. â– Rebecca Edwards, professor of history at Vassar College, will discuss “Sex on the Frontier: Fertility and America’s Antebellum Empire.â€? Noon. Free. Room G-25, Research Center, National Archives Building, Pennsylvania Avenue between 7th and 9th streets NW. 202-357-5000. â– Scholar Nathan Hofer will discuss “The Popularization of Islamic Mysticism in Medieval Egypt.â€? Noon. Free. Room 113, Jefferson Building, Library of Congress, 10 1st St. SE. 202-707-0213. â– Kathryn C. Brown, president and CEO of the Internet Society, will discuss “Internet Governance: Governing Ourselves on the Internet.â€? Noon to 1:30 p.m. Free; reservations required. Room 602, Elliott School of International Affairs, George Washington University, 1957 E St. NW. go.gwu.edu/21o. â– Marie Clarke Brill, executive director of ActionAid USA, and Ramona Vijeyarasa, international program manager for women’s rights at ActionAid International, will discuss “ActionAid: Safe Cities Campaign for Women.â€? Luncheon at 12:15 p.m.; program at 1 p.m. $10 to $30. Woman’s National Democratic Club, 1526 New Hampshire Ave. NW. 202-232-7363. ■“Rosa Parks: Beyond the Busâ€? will feature panelists Elaine Steele, a longtime associate of civil rights leader Rosa Parks and co-founder of the Rosa and Raymond Parks Institute for Self Development; Ella McCall Haygan, co-director of Parks Institute Pathways to Freedom Youth Program in Washington, D.C.; and Anita Peek, current executive director of the Parks Institute. 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Free. Coolidge Auditorium, Jefferson See Events/Page 23

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Continued From Page 22 Building, Library of Congress, 10 1st St. SE. 202-707-2922. ■Author and human rights activist John Prendergast will discuss his work on behalf of peace in Africa and as founding director of the Enough Project, an initiative to end genocide and crimes against humanity. 2 to 4 p.m. Free; reservations required. Kay Spiritual Life Center, American University, 4400 Massachusetts Ave. NW. american.edu/sis/events. ■American University history professor Richard Breitman and University of Florida professor Norman Goda will discuss “To the Gates of Jerusalem,� their recently published volume of U.S. diplomat James G. McDonald’s edited diaries and papers. 7 to 8:30 p.m. Free; reservations required. Abramson Family Founders Room, School of International Service Building, American University, Nebraska and New Mexico avenues NW. american.edu/cas/israelstudies/rsvp. ■Charles Brock, associate curator of American and British paintings at the National Gallery of Art, will discuss the exhibition “O’Keeffe and Friends: Dialogues With Nature,� which features two masterpieces from Georgia O’Keeffe’s “Jack-in-the-Pulpit� series on loan from the National Gallery of Art. 6:30 p.m. $10 to $12; free for members and ages 18 and younger. Phillips Collection, 1600 21st St. NW. phillipscollection.org. ■The Smithsonian Associates will present a lecture by American University professor William LeoGrande on Cuba as part of the new “Smithsonian Newsflash� series, offering a look beyond the headlines and sound bites. 6:45 to 8:15 p.m. $20. S. Dillon Ripley Center, 1100 Jefferson Drive SW. 202-633-3030. ■Landscape architect and author Marc Peter Keane will discuss “Serenity in Stone and Sand: Karesansui Gardens of Japan.� 6:45 to 8:45 p.m. $30 to $42. S. Dillon Ripley Center, 1100 Jefferson Drive SW. 202-633-3030. ■Andrew Keen will discuss his book “The Internet Is Not the Answer.� 7 p.m. Free. Politics and Prose, 5015 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202-364-1919. ■A support group for job seekers will host a breakout session for participants to network and strategize. 7 p.m. Free; reservations requested. Georgetown Library, 3260 R St. NW. 202-727-0232. ■The Classics Book Group will meet. 7 p.m. Free. Barnes & Noble, 555 12th St. NW. 202-347-0176. ■The Washington Home and Community Hospices will present a talk by clinical liaison Denise Bethea Lewis on “Caring for Bedbound and Mobility-Challenged Adults.� 7 p.m. Free. Tenley-Friendship Library, 4450 Wisconsin Ave. NW. 202727-1488. ■The Georgetown Book Club will discuss the first part of Donna Tartt’s 2013 novel “The Goldfinch.� 7:30 p.m. Free. Georgetown Library, 3260 R St. NW. 202727-0232. ■Donna Strahan, the new head of the Department of Conservation and Scientific Research at the Freer and Sackler galleries, will discuss “Debating the Use

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Events Entertainment of Lost-Wax Casting in Ancient China.â€? 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Free. Meyer Auditorium, Freer Gallery of Art, 12th Street and Jefferson Drive SW. 202-633-1000. Films ■“Senior Cinema Thursdayâ€? will feature Ava DuVernay’s 2014 film “Selma,â€? about the tumultuous three-month period in 1965 when Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. led a campaign to secure equal voting rights in the face of violent opposition. 10:30 a.m. $5. Avalon Theatre, 5612 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202-966-6000. â– The National Gallery of Art’s “Discovering Georgian Cinemaâ€? retrospective will feature Eldar Shengelaia’s 1968 film “An Unusual Exhibition.â€? 6:30 p.m. Free; reservations required. Goethe-Institut, 812 7th St. NW. goetheinstitutwashington.eventbrite.com. â– Alliance Française de Washington will present the third and fourth episodes of the World War I documentary series “Apocalypse,â€? covering the years 1915 and 1916. 7 p.m. $5. Alliance Française de Washington, 2142 Wyoming Ave. NW. francedc.org. Performance â– The In Series will present a new English adaptation of Bellini’s “La Sonnambula (The Sleepwalker),â€? about innocent young love, jealousy and intrigue. 7:30 p.m. $22 to $42. Source, 1835 14th St. NW. 202-204-7763. The performance will repeat Jan. 17 and 23 at 8 p.m. and Jan. 25 at 2:30 p.m. Tour â– The Washington National Cathedral will present its “Spiritual Reflections Tour for Seeing Deeper,â€? about the stories highlighted in glass and stone at the Cathedral. 10:45 a.m. $15. Washington National Cathedral, Massachusetts and Wisconsin avenues NW. 202-537-2228. Friday, Jan. 16

Friday january 16 Classes ■“Storytime Yoga� will offer a family class that combines movement and children’s book in a way that inspires budding bookworms and reluctant readers alike (for ages 3 through 6). 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. $25. lil omm yoga, 4708 Wisconsin Ave. NW. 202-248-6304. ■The Capitol Hill Arts Workshop will hold a drop-in “Working From the Figure� session for artists to work on drawings or paintings in front of a live model. 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. $20. Capitol Hill Arts Workshop, 545 7th St. SE. 202-547-6839. Concerts ■The Friday Morning Music Club will present works by Mozart and Chopin. Noon. Free. Calvary Baptist Church, 755 8th St. NW. 202-333-2075. ■In honor of the 50th anniversary of Catholic University’s Rome School of Music, students will perform piano sonatas by Beethoven. 7 p.m. Free. Lang Concert Hall, Levine Music, 2801 Upton St. NW. 202-686-8000. ■The Kevin Cordt Quartet will perform jazz music. 8 to 11 p.m. No cover; minimum of two items per person. Mr. Henry’s Restaurant, 601 Pennsylvania Ave. SE. 202-546-8412. ■The National Symphony Orchestra will present “Beyond the Score: Berlioz’s “Symphonie fantastique,� featuring actors, narration, musical excerpts and projected visuals to share captivating stories behind the symphony. A full perfor-

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for decades, the photographs were mainly commissioned for the daily newspaper Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung. They will remain on view through Feb. 27. The reception at the Leica Store Gallery will take place from 6 to 7 p.m., and the reception at the Goethe-Institut will take place from 7 to 8:30 p.m. The Goethe-Institut, located at 812 7th St. NW, is open Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 202-289-1200, ext. 165. RSVP for the reception to goetheinstitutwashington.eventbrite.com. Leica Store Gallery DC, located at 977 F St. NW, is open Saturday through Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Thursday and Friday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. 202-787-5900. RSVP for the reception to exhibition@leica-store-dc.com. ■“Martin Karplus: Photographs, 1953-2009,� highlighting photographs by the Austrian-born American chemist that document humanity in Europe, Asia and the Americas, will open today at the Austrian Cultural Forum with a reception at 7:30 p.m. The exhibit will continue through Feb. 13. Registration is required for the reception. Located at 3524 International Court NW, the gallery is open Monday through Thursday from 9:30 to 11 a.m. and 2 to 4 p.m. and Friday from 9:30 to 11 a.m. 202-895-6776. ■“Hothouse Video: Marina Zurkow,� featuring six HD video animations in the form of narratives that ask questions about man’s intervention in the physical environment, will

mance will follow. 8 p.m. $10 to $50. Concert Hall, Kennedy Center. 202-4674600. ■The No BS! Brass Band and Backbeat Underground will perform. 9 p.m. $14 to $17. Gypsy Sally’s, 3401 K St. NW. gypsysallys.com. Discussions and lectures ■Historian Jim Barber will discuss Pocahantas in the first of three talks about the 150th anniversary of the passage of the 13th Amendment, which formally abolished slavery in the U.S. Noon. Free. National Portrait Gallery, 8th and F streets NW. 202-633-1000. ■Heather Wanser of the Preservation

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Directorate at the Library of Congress will discuss the conservation of George Washington’s copy of the U.S. Constitution. Noon. Free. South Gallery, Great Hall, Jefferson Building, Library of Congress, 10 1st St. SE. 202-707-0185. ■Father Stefanos Alexopoulos, assistant professor of liturgical studies and sacramental theology at Catholic University, will discuss “Mary as Woman, Mother, and Idea in the Byzantine Tradition.� Noon to 1 p.m. Free with museum admission. National Museum of Women in the Arts, 1250 New York Ave. NW. 202-7837370. ■Joseph Seymour, historian for the U.S. Army Center of Military History, will

discuss the Woolwich ballistic test charts of 1779. 12:30 p.m. Free. Society of the Cincinnati, Anderson House, 2118 Massachusetts Ave. NW. 202-785-2040. ■Dr. Frances E. Jensen, chair of neurology at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, will discuss her book “The Teenage Brain: A Neuroscientist’s Survival Guide to Raising Adolescents and Young Adults.� 7 p.m. Free. Politics and Prose, 5015 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202-364-1919. Films ■ITVS Community Cinema will present “Violence & Solutions,� an episode of See Events/Page 24

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Continued From Page 23 the series “A Path Appears� about two groups in Atlanta that are working to combat domestic violence. 7 to 9 p.m. Free; reservations required. Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital, 921 Pennsylvania Ave. SE. hillcenterdc.org. ■“The 80s: The Decade That Musicals Forgot� will feature Walter Hill’s 1984 film “Streets of Fire,� starring Diane Lane and Willem Dafoe. 7 p.m. Free. Mary Pickford Theater, Madison Building, Library of Congress, 101 Independence Ave. SE. 202-707-5502. ■The 19th annual Iranian Film Festival will feature Shahram Mokri’s 2013 film “Fish & Cat.� 7 p.m. Free. Meyer Auditorium, Freer Gallery of Art, 12th Street and Jefferson Drive SW. 202-633-1000. The film will be shown again Sunday at 2 p.m. Meeting ■A weekly bridge group will meet to play duplicate bridge. 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. $6; free for first-time players. Chevy Chase Community Center, 5601 Connecticut Ave. NW. 301-654-1865. Performances ■The D.C.-based ensemble Nomad Dancers will present a performance inspired by the dance traditions of Iran, Uzbekistan, Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, Tajikistan, India and Turkey. 6 p.m. Free. Millennium Stage, Kennedy Center. 202467-4600. ■Washington Improv Theater will present “Road Show: Wintry Mix,� featuring a revolving lineup of company ensem-

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will repeat Sunday from 2 to 5 p.m. ■“MLK Extravaganzaâ€? will feature a puppet show, reader’s theater, a craft activity, a video and an opportunity for kids to recite part of their favorite speech by Martin Luther King Jr. (for ages 12 and younger). 2 p.m. Free. Children’s Room, Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library, 901 G St. NW. 202-727-0321. â– A park ranger will lead a planetarium program about distant galaxies, nebulas and other deep space objects (for ages 7 and older). 4 to 4:45 p.m. Free. Rock Creek Nature Center, 5200 Glover Road NW. 202-895-6070. The program will repeat Sunday at 4 p.m. Classes and workshops â– Artist Mary Ellen Carsley, visual arts coordinator at Severn School, will lead an art workshop on “Plants and the Fibonacci Sequence.â€? 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. $150 to $175; reservations required. U.S. Botanic Garden, 100 Maryland Ave. SW. 202-225-8333. The workshop will continue Sunday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. â– The Mount Pleasant Library will present “Saturday Morning Yoga.â€? 10 a.m. Free. Free. Mount Pleasant Library, 3160 16th St. NW. 202-671-3122. ■“Honoring Your Inherent Giftsâ€? will feature techniques to get in touch with your true calling for work. 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. $45. Institute for Spiritual Development, 5419 Sherier Place NW. isd-dc.org. Concerts â– Chanson du Soir — featuring soprano Chelsea Camille and classical guitarist David Isaacs — will perform songs spanning from the Renaissance to the modern era. 1:30 p.m. Free. Society of the Cincinnati, Anderson House, 2118 Massachusetts Ave. NW. 202-785-2040. â– Chelsey Green and the Green Project will perform R&B, pop, soul, funk, jazz and more, infused with traditional classical technique. 6 p.m. Free. Millennium Stage, Kennedy Center. 202-467-4600. â– The D.C.-based duo Smithjackson will perform bluegrass, Americana and roots music. 7:30 p.m. Free. Gypsy Sally’s Vinyl Lounge, 3401 K St. NW. gypsysallys.com. â– The bands Covered With Jam, Ten Feet Tall and Fake Occent will perform. 9 p.m. $10 to $14. Gypsy Sally’s, 3401 K St. NW. gypsysallys.com. Discussions and lectures â– Joel Finkelstein, owner and head roaster at Qualia Coffee, will discuss the importance of origin and geography to the flavor of coffee. A coffee tasting will accompany the talk. 12:30 p.m. Free. Petworth Library, 4200 Kansas Ave. NW. 202-243-1188. â– Jenny Moore, Ru Freeman and Randon Billings Noble will discuss their contributions to the book “Spent: Exposing Our Complicated Relationship With Shopping,â€? at 1 p.m.; Mark N. Ozer will discuss his book “Washington, D.C. and the Civil War,â€? at 3:30 p.m.; and Scott Timberg will discuss his book “Culture Crash: The Killing of the Creative Class,â€? at 6 p.m. Free. Politics and Prose, 5015 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202-364-1919. Film ■“The Met: Live in HDâ€? series will feature LehĂĄr’s effervescent operetta “The Merry Widow,â€? performed in English in a new translation by Jeremy Sams. 12:55 p.m. $18 to $24. AMC Mazza Gallerie, 5300 Wisconsin Ave. NW. fathomevents.com. The film will be shown

suggested. American City Diner, 5532 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202-362-3270. ■The Washington Harbour ice skating rink will hold a weekly “Rock n Skate� event. 8 to 10 p.m. $9 to $10. Washington Harbour, 3000 K St. NW. 202-7067666. Teen program ■Jonathan B. Tucker will host a youth open mic poetry event with teen members of the DC Youth Slam Team. 5 to 7 p.m. $5. Cullen Room, Busboys and Poets, 1025 5th St. NW. 202-789-2227.

Sunday, january 18 â– Concert: Violinist KristĂłf BarĂĄti will perform solo sonatas by YasaĂże and BartĂłk. 4 p.m. $15 to $30; reservations suggested. Phillips Collection, 1600 21st St. NW. phillipscollection.org/music.

again Jan. 21 at 6:30 p.m. Performances ■The In Series will present a new English adaptation of Mozart’s “Bastian & Bastianna,� an opera/musical for children and families. 2 p.m. $10 to $20. Source, 1835 14th St. NW. 202-204-7763. ■KanKouran West African Dance Company will celebrate Senegalese history in its annual celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in an electrifying, athletic and family-friendly performance of traditional West African dance and drumming. 8 p.m. $15 to $30. Dance Place, 3225 8th St. NE. 202-269-1600. The performance will repeat Sunday at 4 p.m. Readings ■A “Line + Stars� poetry reading will feature Mark McCloughan, Diana Smith Bolton and Sarah Ann Winn. 7 to 9 p.m. Free. Reading Room, Petworth Citizen, 829 Upshur St. NW. petworthcitizen.com. ■Keegan Theatre actors will present a reading of John Strand’s “Orchestration.� A discussion with the cast and playwright will follow. 8 p.m. Free. Politics and Prose, 5015 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202364-1919. Special events ■Rabbi Mark Novak will present “Minyan Oneg Shabbat: Jewish Renewal Service and Potluck Lunch,� featuring song, chant, meditation, story and Torah. 10 a.m. Free. Geneva Room, Chevy Chase Presbyterian Church, 1 Chevy Chase Circle NW. 202-362-3270. ■The Washington Harbour ice skating rink will hold a weekly “Cartoon Skate� event. 10 a.m. to noon. $9 to $10. Washington Harbour, 3000 K St. NW. 202-7067666. ■The D.C. Public Library’s “2015 Poetry Extravaganza: 19th Annual Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.� will feature poetry by Sistah Joy and Collective Voices, the Malcolm X Drummers and Dancers, youth poets and more (for ages 5 and older with caregiver). 1 p.m. Free. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library, 901 G St. NW. 202-727-0321. ■A Havdalah Cafe and Cabaret sponsored by Minyan Oneg Shabbat will feature food and drink, with attendees invited to share a story, song, juggling feat, joke, instrumental piece, rap or magic trick. 7:30 to 10 p.m. Free; reservations

Walk ■Writer Rocco Zappone will present “Walking Tour as Personal Essay,� a look at downtown Washington filled with his reminiscences and impressions of a lifetime in D.C. 10 a.m. $20. Meet at the statue of Andrew Jackson in Lafayette Square, 16th and H streets NW. 202-3415208. Sunday,january Jan. 18 Sunday 18 Children’s program ■“Story Time and Crafts in Honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.� will feature peace mobiles and magnets in honor of the civil rights leader. 2 p.m. Free. Cleveland Park Library, 3310 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202-282-3080. Classes ■Nya Alemayhu will lead a weekly class on Vinyasa yoga, an energetic practice that encourages breath with movement. Noon. $5 donation suggested. Dock 5, Union Market, 1309 5th St. NE. unionmarketdc.com. ■The Dumbarton House will host an “English Country Dance� workshop. 1 to 4 p.m. $5. Dumbarton House, 2715 Q St. NW. 202-337-2288. Concerts ■Violinist Federico Agostini (shown) and pianist Enrico Elisi will perform music by Respighi and other Italian composers. 3:30 p.m. Free. West Garden Court, National Gallery of Art, 4th Street and Constitution Avenue NW. 202-737-4215. ■Katherine Meloan from New York City will present an organ recital. 5:15 p.m. $10 donation suggested. Washington National Cathedral, Massachusetts and Wisconsin avenues NW. nationalcathedral.org. ■The D.C. Legendary Musicians Band will perform. 6 p.m. Free. Millennium Stage, Kennedy Center. 202-467-4600. ■Dahlak Restaurant will present its weekly “DC Jazz Jam� session. 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Free. 1771 U St. NW. 202-5279522. ■“Cathedral Sings!� will present a community singalong of Vivaldi’s “Gloria,� accompanied by organist Todd Fickley. 7:30 p.m. $10. Washington National Cathedral, Massachusetts and Wisconsin avenues NW. nationalcathedral.org. Discussions and lectures ■Stephen Hess will discuss his book “The Professor and the President: Daniel Patrick Moynihan in the Nixon White See Events/Page 25

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Continued From Page 24 House,� at 1 p.m.; and Sebastian Rotella will discuss his book “The Convert’s Song,� at 5 p.m. Free. Politics and Prose, 5015 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202-3641919. Films ■The National Museum of Natural History will host the premiere of the documentary “Language Matters With Bob Holman,� about the lives of speakers of endangered languages. 2 to 4 p.m. Free; reservations requested. Baird Auditorium, National Museum of Natural History, 10th Street and Constitution Avenue NW. mnh.si.edu. ■As part of the D.C. Public Library’s “Orwellian America� series on government transparency and personal privacy in the digital age, the Black Cat nightclub will present Brian Knappenberger’s 2014 documentary “The Internet’s Own Boy,� about the life of Internet activist and political organizer Aaron Swartz. 8:30 p.m. Free. Black Cat, 1811 14th St. NW. dclibrary.org/1984. Performances ■“In Your Ear� will feature readings and performances by poets Marion Bell, Thea Brown and Reb Livingston. DC Arts Center, 2438 18th St. NW. 202-4627833. ■The In Series will present “What I Wanted to Sing When I Grew Up,� an original lounge/opera/cabaret event featuring soprano Fleta Hylton and pianist Reenie Codelka. 3:30 p.m. $16 to $35. Source, 1835 14th St. NW. 202-204-7763. The performance will repeat Jan. 24 at 8 p.m. ■“Sunday Kind of Love� will feature emerging and established poets, followed by an open mic segment. 5 to 7 p.m. $5. Langston Room, Busboys and Poets, 2021 14th St. NW. 202-387-7638. Special events ■The D.C. Maxecuters will fly their model airplanes through the Great Hall. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free. National Building Museum, 401 F St. NW. 202-272-2448. ■Dena Kahn will host “Moms of Multiples Meet Up,� a chance for mothers of twins, triplets and more to gather, ask questions, share wisdom and learn a few yoga skills that can help calm, relax and entertain your little ones and you. 1 to 2 p.m. Free; reservations required. lil omm yoga, 4708 Wisconsin Ave. NW. 202-2486304. Monday, Jan. 19

Monday january 19 Class ■An introductory workshop will focus on the foundations of yoga. 2:15 to 3:45 p.m. $10. lil omm yoga, 4708 Wisconsin Ave. NW. 202-248-6304. Concerts ■Grammy Award-winning singer Natalie Cole will join the Kennedy Center and Georgetown University in a musical celebration of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy with the Let Freedom Ring Choir and other special guests. 6 p.m. Free; tickets distrib-

uted in the Hall of Nations one hour before the performance. Concert Hall, Kennedy Center. 202-467-4600. ■“World Music Between Once and Nowâ€? will feature musicians Simon ZĂśchbauer and Julia Lacherstorfer performing works by Ramsch and Rosen. 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Free; reservations required. Austrian Cultural Forum, 3524 International Place NW. acfdc.org. Discussions and lectures â– Christopher Woods, director of the United Kingdom’s National Conservation Service, will discuss the care and conservation of Magna Carta copies. 10 a.m. Free. South Gallery, Great Hall, Jefferson Building, Library of Congress, 10 1st St. SE. 202-707-0185. â– U.S. Botanic Garden science education volunteer Todd Brethauer will discuss “Sugar: History, Botany, Production and Processing.â€? 10:30 a.m. to noon. Free; reservations required. Conservatory Classroom, U.S. Botanic Garden, 100 Maryland Ave. SW. 202-225-8333. â– Catherine Bell will discuss her book “Rush of Shadows.â€? 6:30 p.m. Free. Kramerbooks & Afterwords Cafe, 1517 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202-387-1400. Special events â– A Martin Luther King Jr. Day Program and Birthday Party will feature slam poetry, the Northwestern High School Gospel Choir, the Natyabhoomi Indian School of Dance, Bishop McNamara High School’s Traditional African Drumming and Dance Troupe, and the Peoples Church Rhythmic Choir. Noon. Free; donation of a canned food item is requested. Peoples Congregational United Church of Christ, 4704 13th St. NW. 202-829-5511. ■“All God’s Childrenâ€? will honor the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through performances by the African Heritage Dancers and Drummers, the Howard Gospel Choir, spoken word artist Tika Wallace, soloist Francese Brooks, dancer Mahkai Carroll, the Bishop Walker School for Boys Choir and the Washington Performing Arts Children of the Gospel Choir. 2 to 4 p.m. Free with donation of canned food item or a new children’s book. Washington National Cathedral, Massachusetts and Wisconsin avenues NW. nationalcathedral.org. Sporting event â– The Washington Wizards will play the Philadelphia 76ers. 2 p.m. $15 to $322. Verizon Center, 601 F St. NW. 800745-3000. Tour â– U.S. Botanic Garden volunteer Beth Burrous will lead a tour exploring culinary and medicinal African plants. 1 to 2 p.m. Free. Meet in the Conservatory Garden Court, U.S. Botanic Garden, 100 Maryland Ave. SW. 202-225-8333.

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150: Remembering the Lincoln Assassination,� the play is set in the White House during the weeks following the death of President Abraham Lincoln. The emotional drama explores the tenacious attitudes and heartbreaking grief of the much-maligned “Mrs. President� as she mourns the post-war life she and her husband will never share. Tickets cost $15 to $62. Ford’s Theatre is located at 511 10th St. NW. 202347-4833; fords.org. ■Newly formed Sharp Stick Productions will present “Red High Heels,� featuring three original one-act plays by Harrison Murphy, Jan. 16 through 24 at the Anacostia Playhouse. The trilogy features plays about a middle-aged man facing an angry short film based on the book “Martin’s Big Words� by Doreen Rappaport, followed by a chance for participants to write messages of peace and descriptions of their own dreams to be displayed. 3:30 p.m. Free. Palisades Library, 4901 V St. NW. 202-282-3139. Classes ■Yoga teacher and therapist Heather Ferris will lead a yoga class. Noon. Free. Watha T. Daniel/Shaw Library, 1630 7th St. NW. 202-727-1288. ■The Georgetown Library will present its “Take an Om Break� yoga series. 12:30 p.m. Free; reservations required. Georgetown Library, 3260 R St. NW. geoyogarsvp@dc.gov. ■Tarot master Bev Hitchins will begin a six-session class on “Learning to Read Tarot Cards.� 7:30 p.m. $33 per session. Institute for Spiritual Development, 5419 Sherier Place NW. isd-dc.org. The class will continue weekly through Feb. 24. Concerts ■The Tuesday Concert Series will feature the Beau Soir Ensemble performing works by Leclair and Ibert. 12:10 p.m. Free. Church of the Epiphany, 1317 G St. NW. 202-347-2635. ■Musician Javier Starks will fuse clean lyrics and varied vocal melodies in a

spouse, the loss of his job and a crisis of confidence; randomly assembled travelers waiting in an airport lounge; and a marine geologist who finds a blue box in a tunnel beneath the Red Sea. Tickets cost $15 to $20. The theater is located at 2020 Shannon Place SE. anacostiaplayhouse.com. ■The Kennedy Center and VSA will stage “Mockingbird� Jan. 17 through Feb. 1 in the Family Theater. Adapted by Julie Jensen from the National Book Award-winning young adult novel by Kathryn Erskine, the play about an 11-year-old on the autism spectrum shows how the perseverance of one girl can change a community. Tickets cost $20. 202-467-4600; kennedy-center.org. ■The Washington Stage Guild will present Terence Rattigan’s “In Praise of Love� through Jan. 25 at the Undercroft Theatre of Mount Vernon Place United Methodist Church. A seemingly fractured family whose ties to each other are deeper than any of them realize find that sometimes

unique style filled with social consciousness and optimism. 6 p.m. Free. Millennium Stage, Kennedy Center. 202-4674600. ■The Capitol Hill Arts Workshop and the Anacostia Playhouse will present a “Remembrance of Martin Luther King, Jr.,� featuring performances by All Souls Jubilee Singers and Not What You Think. 7 p.m. Free. Anacostia Playhouse, 2020 Shannon Place SE. 202-547-6839. ■Gypsy Sally’s Vinyl Lounge will host its weekly open mic show. 8 p.m. Free. Gypsy Sally’s Vinyl Lounge, 3401 K St. NW. gypsysallys.com. ■In honor of the 50th anniversary of Catholic University’s Rome School of Music, students will perform piano sonatas by Beethoven. 8 p.m. Free. Ward Recital Hall, Catholic University, 620 Michigan Ave. NE. 202-319-5414. Discussions and lectures ■The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at American University will present a

Mary Bacon stars in “The Widow Lincoln� at Ford’s Theatre. unkindness is the kindest thing. Tickets cost $40 to $50. The theater is located at 900 Massachusetts Ave. NW. 240-582-0050; stageguild.org. ■The Studio Theatre has newly extended Joshua Harmon’s savage comedy “Bad Jews� through Feb. 1. Tickets cost $44 to $88. The Studio Theatre is located at 1501 14th St. NW. 202-232-3300; studiotheatre.org. talk by Tom Prewitt on “Visible Language,� a world-premiere musical he directed with the WSC Avant Bard Theatre. 10 to 11:50 a.m. Free. Abramson Family Recital Hall, Katzen Arts Center, American University, 4400 Massachusetts Ave. NW. 202-8954860. ■Pulitzer Prize-winning author Eric Lichtblau will discuss his book “The Nazis Next Door: How America Became a Safe Haven for Hitler’s Men.� Noon. Free. McGowan Theater, National Archives Building, Constitution Avenue between 7th and 9th streets NW. 202-357-5000. ■Martin Conway, professor of contemporary Western European history at Oxford University, will discuss “A distant land of which we know little: West European Images of American Democracy, 1945-68.� Noon to 2 p.m. Free; reservations required. Room 450, Bunn Intercultural Center, Georgetown University, 37th and O streets NW. martinconway.eventbrite.com. See Events/Page 26

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Tuesday january 20 Children’s programs ■“Tudor Tots: Winter Wonderland� will feature songs, stories and movement (for ages 2 through 4). 10 a.m. $5; free for accompanying adults. Tudor Place Historic House and Garden, 1644 31st St. NW. tudorplace.org. ■“Martin Luther King’s Birthday Celebration� will feature stories, songs and fun. 10:45 a.m. Free. Takoma Park LIbrary, 416 Cedar St. NW. 202-5767252. ■“Celebrating Dr. King!� will feature a

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Continued From Page 25 ■Jack Devine will discuss his book “Good Hunting,� about his 32-year CIA career and the national security challenges the U.S. faces. Luncheon at 12:15 p.m.; program at 1 p.m. $10 to $30. Woman’s National Democratic Club, 1526 New Hampshire Ave. NW. 202-2327363. ■The West End Fiction Book Club will discuss George Orwell’s novel “1984� as part of the D.C. Public Library’s series of events on government transparency and personal privacy in the digital age. 12:30 p.m. Free. West End Interim Library, 2522 Virginia Ave. NW. 202-727-8707. ■Marakmal Niyazmatov, lawyer and co-founder of Tashabbus, will discuss “Regulation of Blogger’s Activity in Uzbekistan: Implications for Freedom of Religion and Belief.� 4 to 5:30 p.m. Free; reservations required. Suite 412, Elliott School of International Affairs, George Washington University, 1957 E St. NW. go.gwu.edu/niyazmatov. ■The Fiction Lover’s Book Club will discuss Imogen Robertson’s novel “The Paris Winter.� 6:30 p.m. Free. Popular Library, Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library, 901 G St. NW. 202-727-1295.

■“Behind the Science With Joe Palca: Insights From Scientific Innovators� will feature Carol Greider, professor and director of molecular biology and genetics at Johns Hopkins University. 6:45 to 8:15 p.m. $20 to $25. S. Dillon Ripley Center, 1100 Jefferson Drive SW. 202-633-3030. ■Rabbi Dr. Abraham Skorka — a close friend of Pope Francis, an Argentine chemist and an author — will discuss the importance of interfaith dialogue and the intersection of faith and politics. 7 p.m. Free; reservations required. Adas Israel Congregation, 2850 Quebec St. NW. masortiolami.org/skorka-at-adas-israel. ■Nick Lake will discuss his young adult thriller “There Will Be Lies� (for ages 15 and older). 7 p.m. Free. Children & Teens Department, Politics and Prose, 5015 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202-364-1919. ■Architectural historian, preservation specialist and author Stephen A. Hansen will discuss his book “A History of Dupont Circle: Center of High Society in the Capital.� 7 p.m. Free. West End Interim Library, 2522 Virginia Ave. NW. 202-7278707.

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■Upshur Street Books’ Public Bookgroup will discuss Leslie Jamison’s book “The Empathy Exams.� 7 p.m. Free. Upshur Street Books, 827 Upshur St. NW. upshurstreetbooks.com. ■Robert M. Poole will discuss his book “Section 60: Arlington National Cemetery: Where War Comes Home.� 7 p.m. Free. Politics and Prose, 5015 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202-364-1919. Films ■“Tuesday Night Movies� will feature the 1993 comedy “Groundhog Day,� starring Bill Murray and Andie MacDowell. 6 p.m. Free. Auditorium A-5, Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library, 901 G St. NW. 202-727-0321. ■The Smithsonian American Art Museum will present Nancy Graves’ 1973 nature film “Aves: Magnificent Frigate Bird,� with introductory remarks by Christina Hunger of the Nancy Graves Foundation. 6 to 7:30 p.m. Free. McEvoy Auditorium, Smithsonian American Art Museum, 8th and G streets NW. 202-633-1000. ■The Washington DC Jewish Community Center will present Rachel Eskin Fisher and Rachel Nierenberg Pasternak’s 2014 film “Joachim Prinz: I Shall Not Be Silent.� 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. $12.50. Washington DC Jewish Community Center, 1529 16th St. NW. washingtondcjcc.org. Performances ■The Washington Improv Theater’s “Harold Night� will feature performances by Madeline and Knife Club, followed by an improv jam. 9 p.m. By donation. Source, 1835 14th St. NW. witdc.org. ■Busboys and Poets will present an open mic poetry night hosted by Drew Anderson. 9 to 11 p.m. $5. Langston Room, Busboys and Poets, 2021 14th St. NW. 202-387-7638. Sporting event ■The Washington Capitals will play the Edmonton Oilers. 7 p.m. $26 to $484. Verizon Center, 601 F St. NW. 800745-3000. Wednesday, Jan. 21

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Children’s program ■Nick Bruel will discuss his book “Bad Kitty: Puppy’s Big Day� (for ages 7 through 10). Free. Politics and Prose, 5015 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202-3641919. Classes ■The Parent Encouragement Program will launch an eight-week class on handling challenging behaviors while raising children to be respectful, confident individuals (for parents of 5- to 12-yearolds). 9:45 to 11:45 a.m. $255 per person. Temple Micah, 2829 Wisconsin Ave. NW. 301-929-8824. ■St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Rock Creek, will host a weekly tai chi class. 2 p.m. Free. St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Rock Creek, 201 Allison St. NW. 202-7262080. ■The Georgetown Library will present its “Take an Om Break� yoga series. 7:15 p.m. Free; reservations required. Georgetown Library, 3260 R St. NW. geoyogarsvp@dc.gov. ■Susan Lowell will lead a tai chi class. 7:30 p.m. Tenley-Friendship Library, 4450 Wisconsin Ave. NW. 202-727-1488. ■The Jewish Study Center will begin a four-session course on “Some of Their Best Friends: Righteous Gentiles of the Bible,� led by instructor Norman Shore.

Tuesday, january 20 ■Discussion: Thomas Pierce will discuss his book “The Hall of Small Mammals.� 6:30 p.m. Free. Kramerbooks & Afterwords Cafe, 1517 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202387-1400.

8:15 to 9:25 p.m. $15 to $20 per session; $55 to $75 for the full course. Adas Israel Congregation, 2850 Quebec St. NW. jewishstudycenter.org. The course will continue Jan. 28, Feb. 11 and Feb. 18. Concerts â– Students from the International Music Academy in the Principality of Liechtenstein will perform chamber works by Ravel and DvorĂĄk. 6 p.m. Free. Millennium Stage, Kennedy Center. 202-4674600. â– Singer-songwriter Peter Fanone, a Georgetown University student from Alexandria, Va., will perform will his band. 8:30 p.m. Free. Gypsy Sally’s Vinyl Lounge, 3401 K St. NW. gypsysallys.com. Discussions and lectures â– The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at American University will present a talk by law professor Margaret Farrell on “Ebola: International, National and State Responses.â€? 10 to 11:50 a.m. Free. Temple Baptist Church, 3850 Nebraska Ave. NW. 202-895-4860. â– The Chevy Chase and Georgetown chapters of the National Active and Retired Federal Employees organization will present a talk by licensed nutritionist Rose Clifford on “Eat Well to Age Well.â€? Noon. Free. Second-floor Meeting Room, Tenley-Friendship Library, 4450 Wisconsin Ave. NW. 202-387-7936. â– George Washington University professor of ceramics Turker Ozdogan will discuss the textures that result from the production of fiber arts and ceramics. Noon. Free. George Washington University Museum/Textile Museum, 701 21st St. NW. 202-994-5200. â– Klaus Tochtermann, director of the German National Library of Economics, will discuss “Research 2.0: The Impact of Social Media on Research Libraries.â€? Noon. Free. Mary Pickford Theater, Madison Building, Library of Congress, 101 Independence Ave. SE. 202-707-4371. â– James Hutson of the Library of Congress will discuss how the term “civil rightsâ€? evolved through the 18th and 19th centuries. Noon. Free. “The Civil Rights Act of 1964: A Long Struggle for Freedomâ€? exhibition gallery, Jefferson

Building, Library of Congress, 10 1st St. SE. 202-707-2922. â– National Museum of Women in the Arts director of education and digital engagement Deborah Gaston will illuminate themes and artworks in the special exhibition “Picturing Mary: Woman, Mother, Idea.â€? Noon to 12:30 p.m. Free. National Museum of Women in the Arts, 1250 New York Ave. NW. 202-783-7370. â– Victor Shih, associate professor of international relations and Pacific studies at the University of California at San Diego, will discuss “Chinese Debt: Is It Sustainable?â€? 12:30 to 1:45 p.m. Free; reservations required. Room 505, Elliott School of International Affairs, George Washington University, 1957 E St. NW. go.gwu.edu/chinesedebt. â– Farran Smith Nehme will discuss her novel “Missing Reels,â€? about young love, old movies and an epic search for a long-lost silent film. 6:30 p.m. Free. Kramerbooks & Afterwords Cafe, 1517 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202-387-1400. â– The World Affairs Council will present a panel discussion on “State of the Union’s Foreign Policy.â€? 6:30 to 8 p.m. Free; reservations required. University of California Washington Center, 1608 Rhode Island Ave. NW. worldaffairsdc.org. â– Author Fred Plotkin will discuss “Italy’s Magnificent Six: Regions Worth Discovering — Veneto.â€? 6:45 to 9 p.m. $30 to $42. S. Dillon Ripley Center, 1100 Jefferson Drive SW. 202-633-3030. â– Sarah Chayes, a senior associate in the Democracy and Rule of Law Program at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, will discuss her book “Thieves of State: Why Corruption Threatens Global Security.â€? 7 p.m. Free. Politics and Prose, 5015 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202364-1919. â– The D.C. Public Library’s “Books & Barsâ€? modern-day book club will discuss “The Doubleâ€? by George Pelecanos. 7 p.m. Free; reservations requested. Gordon Biersch Brewery, 900 F St. NW. kari.mitchell@dc.gov. â– Former U.S. Reps. Tom Davis, R-Va., and Martin Frost, D-Texas will discuss their book “The Partisan Divide: Congress in Crisisâ€? in conversation with U.S. Rep. Chris Van Hollen, D-Md. 7:30 p.m. Free; reservations suggested. McGowan Theater, National Archives Building, Constitution Avenue between 7th and 9th streets NW. archivesfoundation.org/events. Films â– The Jerusalem Fund will present the 1976 film “Ici et Ailleurs (Here and Elsewhere)â€? by Jean-Luc Godard, Jean-Pierre Gorin and Anne-Marie MiĂŠville. 1 to 2 p.m. Free. The Jerusalem Fund, 2425 Virginia Ave. NW. 202-338-1958. â– UN Women National Capital will host a screening of Emmanuel Itier’s 2013 documentary “FEMME: Women Healing the World.â€? 6 to 8 p.m. $30. Langston Room, Busboys and Poets, 2021 14th St. NW. 202-387-7638. â– The Japan Information and Culture Center will present Nobuhiro Yamashita’s 2007 film “A Gentle Breeze in the Village.â€? 6:30 p.m. Free; reservations required. Japan Information and Culture Center, 1150 18th St. NW. www.us.emb-japan.go.jp/jicc. â– The French CinĂŠmathèque series will feature Eric Rohmer’s 1992 romantic See Events/Page 30

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Events Entertainment Continued From Page 26 comedy “A Tale of Winter.” 8 p.m. $6.50 to $11.75. Avalon Theatre, 5612 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202-966-6000. Special event ■ As part of the D.C. Public Library’s “Orwellian America” series, the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library will host a “1984 Readathon” featuring guest readers and members of the public reading the entire text of George Orwell’s novel “1984” aloud. 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Free. Great Hall, Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library, 901 G St. NW. 202727-0321. Sporting event ■ The Washington Wizards will play the Oklahoma City Thunder. 8 p.m. $25 to $577. Verizon Center, 601 F St. NW. 800745-3000. Tour ■ U.S. Botanic Garden executive director Ari Novy will lead a tour through the institution’s collections and discuss its history. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Free; reservations required. Meet in the Conservatory Garden Court, U.S. Botanic Garden, 100 Maryland Ave. SW. 202-225-8333. Thursday, Jan. 22

Thursday january 22 Concerts ■ The Talladega College Choir will perform. 6 p.m. Free. Millennium Stage, Kennedy Center. 202-467-4600. ■ Local recording artist Nakita Tiffany will present “The Multiple Mes Concert.” 7 to 9 p.m. Free. Langston Room, Busboys and Poets, 2021 14th St. NW. 202387-7638. ■ The National Symphony Orchestra will present “Fantasy & Fate: Tchaikovsky Masterworks,” featuring concertmaster Nurit Bar-Josef and conductor Christoph Eschenbach. 7 p.m. $10 to $85. Concert Hall, Kennedy Center. 202-467-4600. The performance will repeat Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. ■ Recording artist Gerald Albright will perform. 8 and 10 p.m. $50. Blues Alley, 1073 Wisconsin Ave. NW. 202-337-4141. The performance will repeat Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 8 and 10 p.m. ■ River Whyless and Luray will perform. 8:30 p.m. $12 to $15. Gypsy Sally’s, 3401 K St. NW. gypsysallys.com. Discussions and lectures ■ The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at American University will present a talk on “Food for Thought” by Andy Shallal, founder and owner of Busboys and Poets and a D.C. mayoral candidate in 2014. 10 to 11:50 a.m. Free. Abramson Family Recital Hall, Katzen Arts Center, American University, 4400 Massachusetts Ave. NW. 202-895-4860. ■ Jennifer S. Holland will discuss her book “Unlikely Heroes: 37 Inspiring Stories of Courage and Heart From the Animal Kingdom,” at 10:30 a.m.; and Thanassis Cambanis will discuss his book “Once Upon a Revolution: An Egyptian Story,” at 7 p.m. Free. Politics and Prose, 5015 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202-3641919. ■ National Book Award winner Terrance Hayes will discuss poetry. Noon. Free. Whittall Pavilion, Jefferson Building, Library of Congress, 10 1st St. SE. 202707-5394. ■ Thomas Talhelm, doctoral candidate at the University of Virginia, will discuss

“The Rice Theory of Culture.” Noon to 1 p.m. Free; reservations required. Room 602, Elliott School of International Affairs, George Washington University, 1957 E St. NW. bit.ly/17g2xOD. ■ Speakers will discuss “New Challenges for Islamist Movements.” Noon to 2 p.m. Free; reservations required. Room 602, Elliott School of International Affairs, George Washington University, 1957 E St. NW. go.gwu.edu/jan22rsvp. ■ The D.C. Public Library’s “Orwellian America” program will feature a discussion of the value of government transparency and how to access government information online. 6 p.m. Free. West End Interim Library, 2522 Virginia Ave. NW. 202-724-8707. ■ Vesela Sretenovic, senior curator of modern and contemporary art at the Phillips Collection, will discuss “NO/ Escape,” an Intersections exhibition by Bernardi Roig. 6:30 p.m. $10 to $12; free for members and ages 18 and younger. Phillips Collection, 1600 21st St. NW. phillipscollection.org. ■ Opera expert Fred Plotkin will discuss “The World’s Greatest Opera Houses: Teatro alla Scala, Milan.” 6:45 to 9 p.m. $30 to $42. S. Dillon Ripley Center, 1100 Jefferson Drive SW. 202-633-3030. ■ A Petworth Library book club will discuss “A Game of Thrones,” the first book in George R.R. Martin’s fantasy series “A Song of Ice and Fire.” 7 p.m. Free. Reading Room, Petworth Citizen, 829 Upshur St. NW. 202-243-1188. ■ The D.C. Public Library’s “Orwellian America” program will feature a discussion of James Risen’s book “Pay Any Price: Greed, Power, and Endless War.” 7 p.m. Free. Mount Pleasant Library, 3160 16th St. NW. 202-671-3121. ■ Ian Roberts will discuss his political thriller “Nos Populus.” 7 p.m. Free. Upshur Street Books, 827 Upshur St. NW. upshurstreetbooks.com. ■ Artist Spencer Finch, who uses scientific means to reach a poetic understanding of the natural world, will discuss his process and his work. 7 p.m. Free. Ring Auditorium, Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden, Independence Avenue at 7th Street SW. 202-633-1000. ■ New York Times columnist Roger Cohen will discuss his family memoir “The Girl From Human Street: Ghosts of Memory in a Jewish Family.” 7 p.m. $12. Sixth & I Historic Synagogue, 600 I St. NW. sixthandi.org/event/roger-cohen. ■ The Georgetown Library’s Twentythirtysomething Book Club — a casual discussion group for ages 21 through 35 — will delve into Amanda Ripley’s “The Smartest Kids in the World,” about the experiences of American high school students in Finland, South Korea and Poland. 7:30 p.m. Free; reservations required. Breadsoda, 2233 Wisconsin Ave. NW. julia.strusienski@dc.gov. Films ■ The D.C. Public Library’s “Orwellian America” program will feature Michael Radford’s film “Nineteen Eighty-Four,” starring John Hurt, Richard Burton and Suzanna Hamilton. 1:30 p.m. Free. Palisades Library, 4901 V St. NW. 202-2823139. ■ The D.C. Public Library’s “Orwellian America” program will feature a screening of the “Frontline” documentary “United States of Secrets,” followed by a discussion of Edward Snowden, the National Security Agency and George Orwell’s uncanny vision. 5 p.m. Free. Georgetown Library, 3260 R St. NW. 202-727-0232.

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SPRING VALLEY $5,500,000 | ttrsir.com/id/HEC7KX Stone and stucco colonial with 8BR, 6.2BA and 7,705 finished sq ft of high-end finishes and state-of-the-art “green” technology. Custom millwork, fine cabinetry, exotic stone countertops, 3 fireplaces, advanced mechanical systems and high performance appliances. 16,500 sq ft lot with terraced yard and extensive landscaping, outdoor fireplace, pergola, custom pool and pool house. Wine cellar, elevator, 2-car garage.

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GEORGETOWN $2,495,000 Light-filled East Village townhouse has been beautifully renovated. The five bedroom, four and one half bathroom residence features high ceilings, gas fireplace, hardwood floors, marble baths, and a chef’s grade table-space kitchen with built-ins and an island with a breakfast bar. There is a pergola-covered balcony off the fifth bedroom/study, a lower level family room, and two parking spaces. MICHAEL RANKIN +1 202 271 3344

PENN QUARTER $1,595,000 | ttrsir.com/id/7WVX82 Open floor plan with 2,720 sq ft, 3BR, 3.5BA, distinct living spaces, abundant closet and storage space, walls of windows with East, West, and South-facing city views. High-end finishes include granite counters, stainless steel appliances, hardwood floors throughout, unique architectural details. The huge living and dining rooms connect to span approximately 57 feet in length. Direct-access garage parking, and pet-friendly.

AMERICAN UNIVERSITY PARK $929,000

ECKINGTON $425,000 | ttrsir.com/id/P4L7WT Gorgeous, modern, nearly new condo in convenient Eckington. This spacious 992 sq ft 2BR, 2BA condo has it all: ample light, high ceilings, gleaming hardwood floors, and more. Gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite counters and a breakfast bar is perfect for entertaining. In-unit washer and dryer, spacious master suite, gorgeous marble tile bath and large balcony. Close to many restaurants, bars, and metro.

Built in 1912, this exceptionally grand stone and slate colonial features 6BR, 7 full and 2 half BA. The original historic property was seamlessly expanded to connect the main house to what was once a detached garage, creating a stunning 2-story family room and walkout lower level. The professionally landscaped 18,125 sq ft lot includes a spacious central deck overlooking a 2-tiered flagstone patio. One of the landmark homes of coveted Chevy Chase Village.

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BETHESDA, MD $1,099,000 | ttrsir.com/id/5HMKS7 3,750 sq ft. Classic 5BR, 4.5BR Colonial. Main level includes formal living room with fireplace, dining room, eat-in-kitchen leading to dramatic family room opening onto deck patio and garden. Main also includes 3 room wing suitable for professional/home office or in-law-suite. MICHAEL MILLER +1 202 365 9008

This 2 bedroom residence offers over 2,500 sq ft of expansive space with serene northern and western views. Apartment A-4 features a large living room and dining room with walls of windows, custom built-ins and cabinetry throughout, a chef’s kitchen with designer-grade cabinetry and family room, and two Juliet balconies. 2-car garage parking and onsite pool and gym complete this home.

New listing; beautifully renovated family-style home. 3-4BR, 3BA with finished attic and aupair suite. Huge deck with fragrant wisteria overlooking big yard. 2-car garage, walk to Tenley Metro, Spring Valley center.

DIANA HART +1 202 271 2717 BILL ABBOTT +1 202 903 6533

BETHESDA, MD $2,995,000 | ttrsir.com/id/6YRHX5 6BR, 7BA, 2 half bath estate on over 1 acre in Burning Tree. 9,750 sq ft with 3 levels perfect for entertaining. Pool, terrace, large windows, 11/12 ft ceilings, oak floors, 3-car garage. COURTNEY ABRAMS +1 202 253 0109 ELLEN ABRAMS +1 202 255 8219 ANNE-MARIE FINNELL +1 202 329 7117

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